Communications Specialist, HVDC

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable​ energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation
The High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) business develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit huge amounts of electricity over long distances and connecting power systems. With our world leading technology, we are a key enabler in the energy transition to renewable electricity. As we move towards a climate-neutral society, Hitachi Energy is a place you can make a real difference.
We are offering a unique opportunity for a driven Communication Specialist to join our global communications team in the HVDC headquarters, in Ludvika, Sweden. In the Communications team you will have the opportunity to have a valuable impact across our organization, working with the best people in the power industry as they develop world-changing transmission systems.
Your responsibilities
Helping our colleagues to feel informed and engaged, to make our people feel proud to work for our company.
Managing communications projects and campaigns, both large and small.
Writing articles and announcements, videos, presentations, webcasts, webinars, events, internal social media and more.
A key part of connecting with our colleagues is via external communications channels, this may include social media.
You would be a part of developing our internal communications strategy and execution.
It will be important to understand Hitachi Energy’s business values and mission and bringing them into your projects.

Your background
You need be able to take complex and sometimes confusing topics and turn them into concise and meaningful information for our global community of coworkers.
Fluency in English, both written and spoken is required. The ability to communicate in “plain English” will be key to your success.
An interest and skill in a range of multimedia tools and techniques will be important to effective communication.
You are an energetic and friendly person, comfortable interacting with a wide range of people both face-to-face and remotely.
Being able to understand people is important – you may have education or experience in communications, human resources, journalism, psychology, social services, teaching or something completely different.
Fluency in Swedish would be an advantage.

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before 19th of April! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager Ryan Ladd, ryan.ladd@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Stefan Barkman, +46 107-38 33 04; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Petra Berggren, petra.berggren@hitachinergy.com
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 38,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD. www.hitachienergy.com