Location: Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden Job ID: R0117609 Date Posted: 2026-02-10 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity Come and join us with your knowledge and experience within verification & validation. This is a great opportunity to join the verification and validation team in a global R&D environment with extensive knowledge and experience in product development and verification & validation. The test team is performing testing of products used for protection & control of future digital substation solutions that will revolutionize the energy power grid. In this role you will be part of product development as well as maintenance of released products, and within the R&D environment collaborating with other technical expertise in hardware, software and product development. This position located in Västerås, Sweden. How you’ll make an impact Perform product & system testing making sure that the products are meeting the requirements Requirement analysis, development of test specifications, execution of test and reporting of test results. Work both with manual as well as automated testing and automation of test cases. Configuration of the product and system before tests according to specifications and substation automation standards Troubleshooting and resolution of bugs collaborating with other technical expertise in the development teams Be part of the continuous improvement process within verification & validation area. Your background Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science or similar field Over 3 years of practical work with verification & validation as test or development engineer Experience of embedded real time systems, communication protocols and systems Knowledge about substation automation and standards in the field e.g. IEC 61850 etc is a plus Experience in the substation automation field with protection IED’s and/or system is highly meritorious Systematic and accurate way of working with tests Acts to improve ways of working. Fluency in English is mandatory, Swedish is meritorious. What we offer Collective agreement Flexible working time Health care and wellness allowance Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase Various trainings and education supporting employee development Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden Supplementary compensation for parental leave Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks More about us Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today! Recruiting Manager Johan Svensson, johan.o.svensson@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Klas Koppari, +46 107- 38 13 45 Unionen: Fredrik W Nordin, +46 107-38 15 12 IF Metall: Andreas Nerpin, +46 107-38 00 05. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Filip Henriksson, filip.henriksson@hitachienergy.com Accessibility and reasonable accommodation 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 general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice. Background Screening and Security Checks As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. 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