Production Development Specialist – Project Management

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 
HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a business unit within Hitachi Energy, located in Ludvika. The unit develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. This developed HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. HVDC is also used to connect power systems.
Are you looking for a stimulating and challenging job at the forefront of technology in a fast growing market and organisation? We are looking for an experienced project manager to introduce new products to manufacturing. In this role you will control cost, quality, time plan and capacity parameters. Become part of us and join our smiling team with a lot of energy and a huge ramp up ahead!
Your responsibilities 
Project management; initiation, planning and execution
Solve complex problems with layout/flow in present and future manufacturing processes
Planning and development of new processes for manufacturing - equipment, assembly instructions etc.
Keep management informed regarding project status
Stay current on coming and/or updated designs
Responsibility for budget and time planning

Your background 
You have relevant academic background, e.g. university degree in Production Engineering.
You have knowledge of LEAN principles and continuous improvement, preferably in a role as a production engineer.
You are used to running projects and never doubt acting. You know how to organize and work proactively.
You contribute with great energy and enjoy working in a fast-moving environment.
Fluency in both Swedish and English is required, both written and spoken.
Experience in Ms Project is beneficial.
You have relevant academic background, e.g. university degree in Production Engineering.

More about us 
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before October 5! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!  
Recruiting Manager Johanna Edlund, +46 107-38 20 12, johanna.edlund1@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the 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 can be directed to Talent Partner Elinor Skoglund, elinor.skoglund@hitachienergy.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