Location:

Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden

Job ID:

R0112862

Date Posted:

2026-01-12

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity 

We are expanding our team of Application Engineers in Network Control to meet the increasing global demand for our innovative technology. Our diverse team places a strong emphasis on cooperation and collaboration, and we invite you to be a part of it.

As a GMS (Generation Management System) Engineer at Hitachi Energy, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing the operation of power generation for our customers. You will contribute to ensuring safe, secure, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective operations of power plants.

This role is based in Västerås, Sweden.

How you’ll make an impact

• Contribute as an application engineer for GMS system deliveries to customers across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania.
• Collaborate with customer GMS engineers to configure and customize applications based on specific requirements.
• Assist in developing efficient integrations between SCADA/GMS and IT/OT systems using modern interface technologies.
• Prepare functional and design documentation aligned with customer needs.
• Customize existing GMS applications to meet project requirements.
• Support customer training sessions on GMS functionalities and workflows.
• Help diagnose and resolve software issues reported by customers in coordination with the technical team.
• Demonstrate Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety, integrity, and teamwork in all activities.

Your background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Systems, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of SCADA and Generation Management Systems (GMS) concepts.
• Familiarity with electric power generation principles is a plus.
• Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, or FORTRAN (academic or project-based experience is welcome).
• Willingness to travel and work occasionally at customer sites.
• Ability to create clear and concise technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with a desire to learn and grow in a dynamic, multicultural environment.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, to collaborate effectively with global teams and customers.

What we offer

• Collective agreement 
• Flexible working hours 
• 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 opportunity? 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 Saber Bibalan, saber.bibalan@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Jan Skogeby, +4610 7381642; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Oliver Chicaiza, oliver.chicaiza@hitachienergy.com  

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