Fire and Auxiliary system commissioning Engineer

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HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group within Hitachi Energy that develops, manufactures, and sells DC transmission systems globally. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances, via submarine cables, and to connect power systems.

The Auxiliary Commissioning team is a global team within the HVDC Construction and Commissioning division. The team consists of commissioning engineers specializing in auxiliary systems such as auxiliary power, HVAC/climate systems, fire protection, and other building services. We are a diverse, multicultural team working closely across disciplines – and we look forward to you joining us.

This is a role with extensive international travel opportunities.

In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring that fire protection systems are safely commissioned and fully operational in HVDC projects worldwide.

Your responsibilities

• Commissioning of fire detection and fire protection systems
• Signal interface testing of fire panels
• Preparing test instructions and related documentation
• Cost estimation for fire system commissioning
• Collaboration with fire system suppliers and contractors
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business

Your background

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commissioning fire systems
• Experience with VESDA systems within the high voltage industry is considered an advantage
• CFPA or NFPA certification is considered an advantage
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience within mechanical, electrical, fire engineering, or building services
• Experience in other auxiliary systems (e.g. auxiliary power, HVAC) is considered an advantage
• Strong communication skills in English
• A team player who enjoys collaborating across disciplines
• Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively worldwide, sometimes on short notice
• Due to the international nature of the role and extended assignments outside Sweden, you have the unrestricted ability to travel and work across Europe for longer periods

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

Are you ready to join Hitachi Energy for a career without limits and a place where you can be yourself? We are ready for you. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today.

Hiring Manager, Saliya-Bandara Tennakoon (saliya-bandara.tennakoon@hitachienergy.com), will answer your questions about the position.

Union representatives: Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 738 7043.

For other questions, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner Johanna Davidsson Drakou (johanna.davidsson-drakou@hitachienergy.com).