Laboratory R&D Operations Specialist in High Voltage

Right now, a big transformation of electric power grids is occurring around the globe. This is due to decarbonization of generation, and electrification of transportation and industry. It has resulted in a big increase in demand for power grid infrastructure and the need for R&D work on high-voltage products and systems where we are challenging the boundaries of possibility for the next generation of offerings.
For our research center in Västerås, Sweden we are now looking for a new R&D Operations Specialist to work in our High-Voltage (HV) Physics team with the focus being the execution of experimental work.
You will join our team to develop future generations of HV products and systems, with access to highly advanced laboratory facilities. We utilize state of the art measuring technologies and data analysis to test the behavior of gas/liquid and solid dielectrics and interfaces under high voltage. We use these experiments together with Multiphysics modelling to achieve fundamental understanding of these systems and how they interact in new and existing products.
If you have practical experience of laboratory work and an interest in becoming a technical expert HV testing/experiments, as well as drive and passion, then we are looking forward to your application. Through the research projects you work in, you will become part of company-wide community that will shape and help you to develop your career into an expert in the field.
Your responsibilities:
Plan, design and build advanced experimental setups, conduct tests, and carry out data analysis to develop and validate HV insulation technologies for the next generation of HV devices and systems so that they can be integrated into the power systems of the future.
Work actively with electrical safety, being able to direct and lead safety activities, risk assessment etc.
Improves safety and lab processes actively and drive further development of safety aspects in Hitachi Energy Research locally and globally
Effectively communicate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and other external partners when needed.
Document results in the form of technical reports, presentations, etc.
Take overall responsibility for one of our laboratories at Hitachi Energy Research, working with planning of experimental work, maintenance of equipment and planning investments.
As a further development in your career, you will later be expected to lead work packages and local projects where several colleagues will be working.

Your Background:
You have an interest in experimental/testing work in the field electrotechnology. You may have previous experience or even be a new graduate.
You either hold a degree in electrical engineering or a related field or have acquired equivalent knowledge from working experience.
You are a team player who enjoys collaborating with others to achieve good results.
You have good communication skills and are fluent in English, both written and spoken.
It is a bonus if you have practical experience in designing, planning, conducting, and analyzing experiments as well as knowledge of high voltage apparatus/equipment and their function and integration in electrical transmission and distribution networks. Certification as an electrician or previous safety roles would also be a bonus.

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply by 21st June! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today.
Recruiting Manager Andrew Maxwell, andrew.maxwell@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Jan Skogeby, +46 107-38 16 42, Unionen: Yvonne Norgren, +46 107-38 36 94, Ledarna: Christer Fridlund +46 107-38 29 12. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Renee Lundgren +46 107-38 54 75.