Senior Site Commissioning Manager
Posted: Oct 19, 2025
Job Description
The OpportunityWe are looking for a senior site commissioning manager that will be part of Hitachi Energy and HVDC. HVDC unit (High Voltage Direct Current) develops, manufactures, and sells DC transmission systems on the global market. HVDC technology is used to transfer electrical energy over long distances and for power transmission when using undersea cables. HVDC is also used to interconnect power systems.You will be the Commissioning lead for a team of around 15 commissioning engineers in a range of medium-to-high-complexity projects in HVDC. Reporting to the line manager Vesa Österholm, you will lead the completion of all commissioning activities efficiently and cost-effectively, in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards and safety requirements. You will have the opportunity to travel to sites all over the world, experience different cultures.You will be working up to 75% of your time on site, both long term and short term (for periods 6 to 12 months at a time). In between site work, when at home we are flexible when it comes to work location.How You'll Make An ImpactAct as Commissioning manager on our sites globally and lead a team of motivated Commissioning engineersWork with developing time schedules and reading customer specifications to create test plansPrepare and handle test equipment for commissioning and commissioning resource planning for projectsDevelop routines, processes, and documentation related to commissioning. Manage customer clarification discussions and meetings to describe our processes and the strategy to control the safety, quality, and completion according to scheduleWork with preparation and handling of quality assurance documentation for projectsParticipate in internal project and design reviews and in FATs on behalf of HVDCYour BackgroundYou have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalentSeveral years' experience working with commissioning on-site and in the office with preparation for commissioning. Previous experience from HVDC or FACTS applications is a meritExcellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to coach others in commissioningAbility to work according to relevant legislations and standards but with a pragmatic and smooth way of working to deliver results in a global environmentBeing a highly motivated, self-starting individual, you will enjoy working in a team, be motivated to share your commissioning skills and be excited about the prospect of joining a progressive global organizationYou are fluent in English, both written and spokenWhat We OfferCollective agreementFlexible working timeHealth care and wellness allowanceFantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globallyMentor to support you throughout onboard phaseVarious trainings and education supporting employee development Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in SwedenSupplementary compensation for parental leaveEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perksMore About UsAre you ready for a new and exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!Recruiting manager Vesa Österholm vesa.osterholm@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid +46 107 38 91 48; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark +46 107-38 51 42; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt +46 107 38 70 43. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Antra Volujevica antra.volujevica@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.
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