Location:Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, SwedenJob ID: R0128324Date Posted:2026-05-21Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div><div>The opportunity    </div><div>The HVDC organization is growing rapidly, and Electrical Plant Design is a critical function for successful tendering and project execution worldwide. </div><div> </div><div>Reporting to the Global Head of HVDC Plants, Civil and Digital Engineering, this position is essential to addressing our future requirements. In this role, you will play a vital part in the development of scalable operational structures, processes, and teams, while leading the transformation of our engineering practices. </div><div>  Our Global Manager, HVDC Electrical Plant Design requires a strategic thinker, and influential leader with a strong technical background and a passion for driving innovation to elevate and create a step‑change in engineering execution through automation, modern tools, standardized processes, and the practical use of AI. </div><div>   </div><div>How you’ll make an impact   </div><div><ul><li>Drive "Safety by Design" practices and ensure compliance with local regulations. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Deliver cutting-edge transformation projects across the globe to automate the field of electrical engineering. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Harmonize the use of tools and platforms, enable the use of AI and data‑driven solutions to improve quality, productivity, and lead times. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Recruit and lead a globally distributed organization, with engineers and managers located across multiple regions. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Build and coach a strong leadership team and ensure consistent ways of working globally. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Set direction, priorities, and performance targets for our global design organisation. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Enable the delivery of high quality, efficient and scalable, standardized processes, systems and solutions.  </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ensure that digital, automation, and AI initiatives are embedded into daily engineering work. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Own global capacity planning, resource allocation, and delivery capability for tenders and projects. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Act as an escalation point for critical delivery or capability issues. </li></ul></div></div><div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Your background </div><div><ul><li>Degree in Electrical /Power/ Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Knowledge of relevant local health &amp; safety and environmental regulations. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Proven experience leading large, global engineering organizations with multiple management layers. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong understanding of electrical plant design and complex infrastructure or energy projects. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Demonstrated experience in driving transformation, digitalization, or automation. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong interest and practical mindset around AI, automation, and modern engineering tools. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Clear, confident leadership style with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational level. </li></ul></div><div> </div></div><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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Global Manager HVDC Electrical Plant Design

Location:Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, SwedenJob ID: R0128324Date Posted:2026-05-21Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div><div>The opportunity    </div><div>The HVDC organization is growing rapidly, and Electrical Plant Design is a critical function for successful tendering and project execution worldwide. </div><div> </div><div>Reporting to the Global Head of HVDC Plants, Civil and Digital Engineering, this position is essential to addressing our future requirements. In this role, you will play a vital part in the development of scalable operational structures, processes, and teams, while leading the transformation of our engineering practices. </div><div>  Our Global Manager, HVDC Electrical Plant Design requires a strategic thinker, and influential leader with a strong technical background and a passion for driving innovation to elevate and create a step‑change in engineering execution through automation, modern tools, standardized processes, and the practical use of AI. </div><div>   </div><div>How you’ll make an impact   </div><div><ul><li>Drive "Safety by Design" practices and ensure compliance with local regulations. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Deliver cutting-edge transformation projects across the globe to automate the field of electrical engineering. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Harmonize the use of tools and platforms, enable the use of AI and data‑driven solutions to improve quality, productivity, and lead times. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Recruit and lead a globally distributed organization, with engineers and managers located across multiple regions. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Build and coach a strong leadership team and ensure consistent ways of working globally. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Set direction, priorities, and performance targets for our global design organisation. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Enable the delivery of high quality, efficient and scalable, standardized processes, systems and solutions.  </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Ensure that digital, automation, and AI initiatives are embedded into daily engineering work. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Own global capacity planning, resource allocation, and delivery capability for tenders and projects. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Act as an escalation point for critical delivery or capability issues. </li></ul></div></div><div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Your background </div><div><ul><li>Degree in Electrical /Power/ Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Knowledge of relevant local health &amp; safety and environmental regulations. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Proven experience leading large, global engineering organizations with multiple management layers. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong understanding of electrical plant design and complex infrastructure or energy projects. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Demonstrated experience in driving transformation, digitalization, or automation. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong interest and practical mindset around AI, automation, and modern engineering tools. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Clear, confident leadership style with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational level. </li></ul></div><div> </div></div><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>

Global Manager HVDC Electrical Plant Design

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