Location:Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, SwedenJob ID: R0099806Date Posted:2025-08-07Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity We are looking for an engaging and driven person to lead the power quality R&amp;D team with focus on Control of Power Quality solutions. The team consists of highly skilled technical experts. You will be part of Grid &amp; Power Quality Solutions and report to the Global R&amp;D Manager for Power Quality. This is a visible role in a truly global and cross-functional environment, at the cutting edge of technology. How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>You will be responsible for line management and the development of the team and team members.  Further, as manager and resource owner, you will lead and distribute work tasks, support the team and the project managers to drive the projects, implement existing and further develop efficient work processes to increase productivity as well as preparing annual budget and follow up execution.</li><li>You will ensure prompt and regular reporting on the project’s status and take proactive action in case of any deviation from the agreed baseline.</li><li>In the role you will collaborate directly with other R&amp;D teams, receiving units and engineering teams around the world.</li><li>In R&amp;D, you will encourage and support the team to challenge existing technology, propose projects and processes contributing to the global plans and processes.</li><li>The team involvement ranges from technology scouting and assessment, technology development including working with intellectual properties to product development and product maintenance and improvements.</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>You have relevant engineering background combined with a few years of experience of product development and team management. Higher formal education in relevant fields will be meriting.</li><li>Experience in control of power electronics and preferably FACTS / HVDC / Substations.</li><li>It is highly advantageous if you have worked with the MACH-platform previously.</li><li>You have a deep sense of ownership to deliver the assigned targets and are skilled at managing different types of people and able to coach as well as motivate and inspire others.</li><li>You are very familiar with Project Management and Product Development practices.</li><li>You work in a structured way, applying relevant methods, procedures, and tools.</li><li>Proven experience working with multi-cultural, geographically distributed teams.</li><li>Excellent spoken and written communication in English.</li><li>Strong leadership (direct and indirect reports) and proven change management experience.</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>Collective agreement</li><li>Flexible working time</li><li>Health care and wellness allowance</li><li>Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally</li><li>Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase</li><li>Various trainings and education supporting employee development​</li><li>Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden</li><li>Supplementary compensation for parental leave</li><li>Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks</li></ul>More about usAre you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!Recruiting Manager Nima Sadr-Momtazi, <a href="mailto:nima.sadr-momtazi@hitachienergy.com,">nima.sadr-momtazi@hitachienergy.com</a>, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Gustaf Hedström, <a href="mailto:gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com">gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com</a><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

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R&D Team Manager – Control Power Quality solutions

Location:Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, SwedenJob ID: R0099806Date Posted:2025-08-07Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity We are looking for an engaging and driven person to lead the power quality R&amp;D team with focus on Control of Power Quality solutions. The team consists of highly skilled technical experts. You will be part of Grid &amp; Power Quality Solutions and report to the Global R&amp;D Manager for Power Quality. This is a visible role in a truly global and cross-functional environment, at the cutting edge of technology.&nbsp;How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>You will be responsible for line management and the development of the team and team members.&nbsp; Further, as manager and resource owner, you will lead and distribute work tasks, support the team and the project managers to drive the projects, implement existing and further develop efficient work processes to increase productivity as well as preparing annual budget and follow up execution.</li><li>You will ensure prompt and regular reporting on the project’s status and take proactive action in case of any deviation from the agreed baseline.</li><li>In the role you will collaborate directly with other R&amp;D teams, receiving units and engineering teams around the world.</li><li>In R&amp;D, you will encourage and support the team to challenge existing technology, propose projects and processes contributing to the global plans and processes.</li><li>The team involvement ranges from technology scouting and assessment, technology development including working with intellectual properties to product development and product maintenance and improvements.</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>You have relevant engineering background combined with a few years of experience of product development and team management. Higher formal education in relevant fields will be meriting.</li><li>Experience in control of power electronics and preferably FACTS / HVDC / Substations.</li><li>It is highly advantageous if you have worked with the MACH-platform previously.</li><li>You have a deep sense of ownership to deliver the assigned targets and are skilled at managing different types of people and able to coach as well as motivate and inspire others.</li><li>You are very familiar with Project Management and Product Development practices.</li><li>You work in a structured way, applying relevant methods, procedures, and tools.</li><li>Proven experience working with multi-cultural, geographically distributed teams.</li><li>Excellent spoken and written communication in English.</li><li>Strong leadership (direct and indirect reports) and proven change management experience.</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>Collective agreement</li><li>Flexible working time</li><li>Health care and wellness allowance</li><li>Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally</li><li>Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase</li><li>Various trainings and education supporting employee development​</li><li>Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden</li><li>Supplementary compensation for parental leave</li><li>Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks</li></ul>More about usAre you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!Recruiting Manager Nima Sadr-Momtazi, <a href="mailto:nima.sadr-momtazi@hitachienergy.com,">nima.sadr-momtazi@hitachienergy.com</a>, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Gustaf Hedström, <a href="mailto:gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com">gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com</a><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

R&D Team Manager – Control Power Quality solutions

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