Location:Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, SwedenJob ID: R0088362Date Posted:2025-06-27Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Innovation is the heart of Hitachi Energy and our research centers are the backbone. Join us if you have outstanding scientific or technical expertise as well as drive and passion. Through your research projects you will become part of company-wide community that will shape and help you to develop your career into a technical or managerial leader. Prior knowledge about power systems is welcome, but it is not a requirement.For our research center in Sweden, we are looking for a research scientist with expertise in the area of Power Electronics. You will work in dynamic, motivated, and creative teams with a wide range of experience and competence with access to highly advanced laboratory facilities.Your Responsibilities<ul><li>Identify technical requirements and drive innovation within the area of future sustainable energy</li><li>Develop and provide solutions for technical challenges in R&amp;D projects</li><li>Conduct laboratory tests, analyze data, and improve/optimize to demonstrate feasibility of new concepts</li><li>Lead R&amp;D projects or work-packages with a structured working style, target-oriented strategy, and effective leadership</li><li>Create ideas and proposals for R&amp;D projects within the domain of energy systems</li><li>Interact and actively communicate with team members, customers, suppliers, as well as collaborators in partner companies and universities</li><li>Deliver results in the form of software, hardware, technical reports, patent applications, scientific papers, and presentations</li><li>Build a network in the company and actively share your knowledge and expertise</li></ul>Your Requirements<ul><li>You have a PhD in Electrical Engineering specializing in power electronics, or a comparable master’s degree combined working experience.</li><li>Experience of PE converter/controller design, and hardware implementation</li><li>It is beneficial if you have knowledge and experience using multiple technical disciplines in specialized areas such as (not limited to) energy storage, machine-learning</li><li>We consider it to be an advantage if you have previous experience of leading R&amp;D projects</li><li>You have a curious mindset and can easily adapt to new challenges. You have excellent communication skills and team player attitude.</li><li>Fluency in English, both written and spoken</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 Nan Chen, nan.chen@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Bo Westman, +46 107-38 38 04, Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 730-70 01 20, Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043. Other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner, Gustaf Hedström, Gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com.<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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Research Scientist for Power Electronics

Location:Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, SwedenJob ID: R0088362Date Posted:2025-06-27Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Innovation is the heart of Hitachi Energy and our research centers are the backbone. Join us if you have outstanding scientific or technical expertise as well as drive and passion. Through your research projects you will become part of company-wide community that will shape and help you to develop your career into a technical or managerial leader. Prior knowledge about power systems is welcome, but it is not a requirement.For our research center in Sweden, we are looking for a research scientist with expertise in the area of Power Electronics. You will work in dynamic, motivated, and creative teams with a wide range of experience and competence with access to highly advanced laboratory facilities.Your Responsibilities<ul><li>Identify technical requirements and drive innovation within the area of future sustainable energy</li><li>Develop and provide solutions for technical challenges in R&amp;D projects</li><li>Conduct laboratory tests, analyze data, and improve/optimize to demonstrate feasibility of new concepts</li><li>Lead R&amp;D projects or work-packages with a structured working style, target-oriented strategy, and effective leadership</li><li>Create ideas and proposals for R&amp;D projects within the domain of energy systems</li><li>Interact and actively communicate with team members, customers, suppliers, as well as collaborators in partner companies and universities</li><li>Deliver results in the form of software, hardware, technical reports, patent applications, scientific papers, and presentations</li><li>Build a network in the company and actively share your knowledge and expertise</li></ul>Your Requirements<ul><li>You have a PhD in Electrical Engineering specializing in power electronics, or a comparable master’s degree combined working experience.</li><li>Experience of PE converter/controller design, and hardware implementation</li><li>It is beneficial if you have knowledge and experience using multiple technical disciplines in specialized areas such as (not limited to) energy storage, machine-learning</li><li>We consider it to be an advantage if you have previous experience of leading R&amp;D projects</li><li>You have a curious mindset and can easily adapt to new challenges. You have excellent communication skills and team player attitude.</li><li>Fluency in English, both written and spoken</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 Nan Chen, nan.chen@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Bo Westman, +46 107-38 38 04, Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46&nbsp;730-70 01 20, Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043. Other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner, Gustaf Hedström, Gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com.<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>

Research Scientist for Power Electronics

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