Research Scientist for Power Electronics

Publiceringsdatum: 2026-10-12

Har du övervägt att arbeta inom yrken med teknisk inriktning-branschen? Positionen som forskningsingenjör, el-tele hos Hitachi Energy Sweden AB är öppen och väntar på en lämplig kandidat - kan det vara du? Intresserade sökes för heltid-jobb hos Hitachi Energy Sweden AB - är du intresserad? De letar efter någon som vill jobba tills vidare.

Västerås är platsen där denna position är ledig. Hitachi Energy Sweden AB söker för närvarande efter ambitiösa individer som vill utvecklas i rollen som forskningsingenjör, el-tele. Kolla in deras ledig tjänst och se om du har vad som krävs för att bli en del av deras team. Söker du efter en spännande karriär som forskningsingenjör, el-tele? Sök jobbet hos Hitachi Energy Sweden AB senast fredag den nionde april 2027 och bli en del av deras team.

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Jobbannons

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

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.

The opportunity

For our research center in Sweden, we are looking for a research scientist with expertise in the area of Power Electronics, and power system. You will work in dynamic, motivated, and creative teams with a wide range of experience and competence and with access to highly advanced laboratory facilities.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead groundbreaking research initiatives that shape the future of sustainable energy, leveraging your advanced expertise in power electronics and power systems.
• Develop, design, and implement innovative solutions to technical challenges, driving progress in R&D projects and setting new industry standards.
• Utilize state-of-the-art laboratory facilities to conduct experiments, analyze critical data, and validate pioneering concepts for real-world impact.
• Take ownership of high-profile R&D projects and work-packages, applying strategic vision, scientific rigor, and exemplary leadership to inspire cross-disciplinary teams.
• Develop and champion original ideas, securing funding and support for transformative research that advances energy systems at a global scale.
• Engage in dynamic collaborations with leading experts, customers, suppliers, and academic partners, expanding your professional network and influence both within and outside the company.
• Deliver high-value outcomes in the form of patent applications, peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and compelling presentations at international conferences.
• Mentor future innovators by sharing your knowledge, fostering creative thinking, and cultivating a culture of excellence and ambition across the organization.

Your background

• PhD in Electrical Engineering with specialization in power electronics and/or power systems (or a comparable master’s degree with notable research achievements).
• Strong expertise in designing and implementing power electronic converters and controllers, including hands-on experience with hardware prototyping, laboratory validation, and modeling & simulation.
• Demonstrated experience with Transmission System Operator (TSO) requirements and deep understanding of grid code compliance for utility-scale energy systems (e.g., dynamic performance, fault-ride through, inertia, harmonics mitigation).
• Proven experience leading complex R&D projects, ideally as a technical lead or principal investigator.
• Additional expertise in energy storage, advanced control strategies, or application of machine learning in power systems is a plus.
• Background in publishing peer-reviewed research, filing patents, or presenting at international conferences.
• Excellent communication skills, a collaborative attitude, and adaptability to new challenges.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

​More about us

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Welcome to apply

Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Bo Westman, +46 107-38 38 04; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42; Ledarna: Frank

Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Filip Henriksson <filip.henriksson@hitachienergy.com>.