Project Lead Engineer

Role purpose You will work together with our project team as an owner for electrical design - taking a data-centre project from early concept through detailed design, procurement, construction support and handover, aligned to Eco Data Center's reference architectures and governance. You’ll lead technical due diligence (TDD) for electrical scope, drive vendor selection, and make pragmatic trade-offs across resilience, protection philosophy, maintainability and cost. What you’ll own ·        End-to-end electrical fitout workstream plan, deliverables and decision log ·        Electrical interfaces across UPS, switchgear, generators, BMS/EPMS, fire and commissioning ·        TDD responses for electrical scope with traceable assumptions and evidence ·        Equipment and vendor strategy: specifications, bid evaluations, clarifications, FAT/SAT input ·        Design issue resolution during construction (RFIs, changes, non-conformance, energisation readiness) Key responsibilities ·        Lead the electrical design from early phase through construction, ensuring outputs are buildable, operable and maintainable ·        Produce and defend electrical design decisions (topology, redundancy, protection philosophy, short-circuit considerations, maintainability) ·        Translate customer requirements into robust fitout solutions, including options analysis and cost/benefit trade-offs ·        Write technical specifications and RFQs for major electrical packages; run structured bid evaluation and clarification processes ·        Act as technical representative with suppliers: clarification logs, performance criteria, testing/acceptance inputs ·        Control technical scope and change: identify risks early, prevent scope creep, drive decisions and closures ·        Work effectively in Nordic delivery environments: clear cadence, transparent stakeholder comms, pragmatic decision-making Typical electrical scope (indicative) ·        MV/LV distribution architecture and interfaces ·        Switchgear and protection/coordination intent (as required by project stage and governance) ·        UPS integration, generator interfaces, power quality considerations ·        Earthing/bonding philosophy and resilience considerations ·        Controls and monitoring interfaces (BMS/EPMS), alarms, commissioning readiness inputs ·        Energisation planning support and handover documentation requirements Key interfaces ·        CTO / technical governance (alignment to principles, waivers where needed) ·        Mechanical technical lead (cooling loads, sequencing, controls interfaces) ·        Controls/BMS/EPMS stakeholders (monitoring, alarms, integration approach, commissioning strategy) ·        Project/construction leadership (schedule, risks, changes, installation constraints, energisation readiness focus) ·        Procurement and key vendors (technical packs, evaluation, testing/acceptance criteria) What good looks like in the first 90 days ·        Electrical workstream plan established with dependencies, interfaces and decision gates ·        TDD responses delivered with strong traceability, timely closures and minimal rework ·        RFQ/spec packs issued for priority packages; bid evaluation framework running cleanly ·        Clear interface agreements across UPS/switchgear/generators/BMS/EPMS and site delivery teams ·        Practical construction support cadence in place (RFI triage, change control, energisation readiness focus) Experience and capabilities ·        Proven ownership of electrical design on mission-critical projects (data centres strongly preferred) ·        Deep electrical discipline expertise and confidence leading technical reviews and design decisions ·        Strong procurement and vendor management experience (specs, bid evaluations, technical clarifications) ·        Evidence-led communication: assumptions, options and rationale that stand up in review ·        Structured problem-solving under schedule pressure; comfortable managing high-stakes trade-offs ·        Strong collaboration style across multi-discipline teams and site delivery stakeholders

The Opportunity We are looking for a Lead Engineer - Plants who wants to take on a key role at HVDC in technical leadership in tenders and projects. You will have the responsibility to coordinate global teams with focus on Plants and Civil engineering design solutions and its interfaces for our onshore and offshore converter stations. As a Lead Engineer - Plants, you will drive strategic technical decision making, ensure that our design solutions meet customer requirements, quality standards and project goals. You interact with other stakeholders such as customers, contractors, supply chain and site team, contributing to the successful delivery of some of the world's most advanced energy infrastructure projects. The role is offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the global energy transition while working in a highly collaborative and international environment. We are looking for three Lead Engineers. This role is based in Ludvika, Sweden. "Are you ready to become part of a group of technical leaders with a passion for supporting our engineering teams and driving them forward? We work closely with many different functions and as a Lead Engineer - Plants, you will play a key role in driving transparency around technical solutions and their impact on projects that contribute to a greener future." – Kamilla Sommarsjö, Global Head HVDC Lead Engineers - Plants How You'll Make an Impact Provide strong technical leadership across Plants and Civil engineering teams and their interfaces. Primary contact for technical communication with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders. Drive completion of engineering activities in tenders and projects, working closely with technical leads, project managers, and interface managers. Manage technical risks and ensure compliance with quality, safety and engineering processes. Support installation and commissioning activities by providing expert technical guidance. Lead development of new technical solutions while interpreting customer’s needs and expectations. Take a strategic role in defining Plants and Civil solutions for onshore HVDC converter stations and offshore platforms. Coordinate engineering activities across key disciplines, including: Electromechanical Design Station Auxiliary Power Systems Civil Engineering Auxiliary Systems (eg Fire Protection, HVAC, Security Systems) Ensure effective coordination and management of interfaces between engineering disciplines throughout the project lifecycle. Represent the Plants discipline in customer meetings, partner discussions, and technical reviews. Your Background Academic degree in Engineering (for example within Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related area) At least 5 years of engineering experience, including experience of leading technical teams, multidisciplinary engineering activities or complex projects is required. Experience within HVDC, transmission systems, substations, electrical power systems, offshore wind, or other large-scale energy infrastructure projects is highly valued. Strong technical understanding with the ability to quickly develop expertise in HVDC technology and systems. A collaborative and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders across functions and geographic locations. Strong leadership skills and the confidence to make technical decisions when required. Excellent communication skills and the ability to present technical solutions in a clear and structured manner. Fluency in English, both verbally and written, is required. Other languages are an advantage. As a person, you are passionate about both people and technology. You thrive in a dynamic environment, take ownership of your responsibilities, and are motivated by solving complex technical challenges together with others. What We Offer Collective agreement. Flexible working hours. Health care and wellness allowance. Fantastic career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, both in Sweden and globally. A mentor to support you throughout your onboarding journey. Various training and development programs supporting continuous learning and career growth. A diverse and inclusive workplace with colleagues representing more than 70 nationalities in Sweden. Supplementary compensation during parental leave. Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks. More About Us Does this sound like the next step in your career? - apply today! Recruiting Manager Kamilla Sommarsjö (kamilla.sommarsjo@hitachienergy.com) will answer your questions about the position. For all other questions, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner Malin Johansson (malin.johansson@hitachienergy.com). Union representatives: Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86 Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43 Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85 Due to summer vacations, the screening and selection process will begin in mid-August. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this period.