R&D Winding Technical Lead

We’re looking for an experienced Winding Program Technical Lead to lead the Winding Program within Power Transformers. You will manage and coordinate a portfolio of R&D projects focused in the winding technology spanning power transformers, HVDC converter transformers, and shunt reactors driving innovation, alignment, and execution across global teams.

How you’ll make an impact

Technology Lead in the Winding Program/Projects within Power Transformer.

Develop and drive technical implementations in windings coordinating and mentoring engineers in the execution.

Write technical standards involving winding design rules within TrafoStar concept.

Drive planning, prioritization, budgeting, and resource alignment.

Manage risks, dependencies, and program milestones.

Build strong collaboration with global R&D centers, transformers factories, insulation kit centers, universities, and partners.

Promote continuous improvement and innovation culture.

Your background

Degree in engineering, project/program management or PMI certificate (PMP).

5+ years experience in winding engineering power transformers, HVDC converter transformers, and shunt reactors.

Solid experience leading complex R&D projects or programs.

Strong understanding of product development & winding manufacturing.

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management.

What we offer

Collective agreement

Health care and wellness allowance

Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy, both within Sweden and globally

Various training 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 for a new 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 Leonardo Ramalho-Souza, leonardo.ramalho-souza@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist +46-107,383,152;Unionen: Olle Ruzicka+46 107383144; Ledarna: Kennet Andersson+46 107-38 36 73. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Filip Henriksson, filip.henriksson@hitachienergy.com

Job type Full time

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-02-25

Reference number R0120503

About Hitachi Energy 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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