Project Director HVDC - Sweden
HitachiSweden • Västerås, Sweden
Posted November 17, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world. Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.
Job Description
We are looking for a Project Director for HVDC to spearhead the execution and timely delivery of large-scale electrical transmission and distribution projects. This role offers you the chance to be at the forefront of advanced power transmission technology and build your career with a global leader in the power industry.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master of Science degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering.
- Excellent fluency in written and spoken English.
- Proven track record of delivering large-scale EPC/turnkey projects in power, energy, industrial, infrastructure, or oil & gas sectors.
- Experience in power generation, transmission & distribution, or power conversion (HVDC, substations, etc.) is a plus.
- Strong communication skills, effectively managing client relationships and subcontractor interactions.
- Understand risk assessments, method statements, and project methodologies (PMP/PMI certification a plus).
- Possess the ability to analyze complex contracts and navigate local project regulations.
- Maintains a high level of stress-resilience and demonstrates flexibility, creativity, and the ability to adapt to unforeseen situations.
Benefits
- 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