Control Specialist Climate System

Location:

Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0142184

Date Posted:

2026-09-07

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

We are looking for an engaged and experienced control engineer to support our expanding team of engineers working with the climate system design (heating, ventilation and cooling) of HVDC stations. The climate system is essential to facilitate safe and reliable operation of the HVDC station. The increased installed base of projects as well as the large number of parallel ongoing projects means an increased need for control competence within the climate system design department. You will work closely with the climate system designers ensuring alignment between intended functionality and actual implementation. In this role, you will work with the development, configuration, and verification of control and protection functions for HVDC installations. Programming is performed in graphical function block environments for real-time systems, where you build logic for regulation, monitoring, and protection. 

“At Hitachi Energy, the Climate System team plays a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of HVDC stations across the globe. We are building a strong, multidisciplinary organization that combines deep technical competence with collaboration and innovation. As a Control Specialist in climate system department, you’ll be part of this journey. If you are motivated by engineering excellence and global impact, we would be happy to welcome you to our team” - Farshad Abbasi, Manager Climate System

How you’ll make an impact

• Simulate, test, and verify functions of climate system in a laboratory environment 

• Participate in system testing, factory system tests (FST), and commissioning at site

• Troubleshoot, improve and implement control logic and functionality 

• Document functions and system solutions 

• Performing test and commissioning at HVDC sites

• Proactively working with future climate system control solutions making sure the climate system control is aligned with overall functionality.

• Increase the quality of the deliveries by ensuring the end-to-end process for the climate system is implemented in all phases including identification of customer requirements, application development, tests, commissioning at sites, etc.
  

Your background

• A university degree in Control, Electronics, Automation, Electrical power engineering, or equivalent 

• Experience of working with software development, control and protection of similar systems

• An interest in control systems, control theory, and real-time systems 

• Site experience including installation and commissioning experience of similar systems

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Swedish is considered an advantage.

• Wide understanding of the overall control and protection functionality

• Installation experience with internal/external wiring and associated requirements such as Ferrules, wires and cables, terminals, connectors, etc.

• Experience with graphical function block programming (e.g. HiDraw) is considered a plus

• Knowledge of power systems, HVDC is considered a plus

• Experience with Modbus communication protocols and HMI development

• Ability to read specifications and understand wiring and cabling requirements

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.​

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes: ​

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)​
• Group life insurance and additional insurances.​
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank​
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)​
• Health care and wellness allowance​
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)​
• Psychological support program​​
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave​
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development ​
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally​
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks​

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.​

Are you ready for a new and exciting opportunity? Does this role sound like a good match for your skills and ambitions? Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today.

Recruiting Manager Farshad Abbasi, farshad.abbasi@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Oliver Chicaiza, oliver.chicaiza@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.

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