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R&D Engineer - Embedded Software developer

Hitachi Energy

📍 Ludvika, Sweden 🇸🇪

full-time
mid-level
hybrid
Posted —
Key Skills
C++ C# RTOS FPGA debugging
Industry
Energy Semiconductor

Job Description

The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy and be part of a team that’s advancing a sustainable energy future for all. You’ll work on impactful projects that power homes, schools, hospitals, and factories, while collaborating with a diverse group of talented engineers. Our innovative High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technology, including the MACH™ system, revolutionizes electricity transmission over long distances. As a member of our R&D team, you’ll contribute to the development of next-generation systems and maintain existing ones, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. Bring your passion and energy to a global team that values diversity and innovation.

How You’ll Make An Impact

  • Engage in the development and maintenance of wide range of embedded systems (ARM, DSP, SoC...), from pre-study and design to tests and integration.
  • Develop high-quality software modules within specified timelines and efficiently maintain them, including implementing enhancements and bug fixes.
  • Create specifications and documentation for software components to ensure clarity and consistency.
  • Maintain high code quality through code reviews, test automation, and adherence to up-to-date software development processes.
  • Work closely with internal and external customers in agile, cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
  • Uphold Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity by taking responsibility for your actions and showing care for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering.
  • Solid experience in embedded software development using C/C++ and C#, with expertise in real-time/control applications and RTOS.
  • Understanding of transmission systems, AC/DC conversion, and distributed digital control.
  • Understanding of SW-SW and SW-HW Integration, as the systems involve software, hardware and FPGA components.
  • Experience in debugging and root cause analysis.
  • Proficient in Business English.

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

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today.

Recruiting Manager Sonia Sarikhani, sonia.sarikhani@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position.

Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 25 73; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85. All other questions can be directed to Lead Recruiter, Agata Koper, agata.koper@hitachienergy.com.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.