Senior Project Engineer

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The opportunity 

Hitachi Energy Cooling Systems is currently experiencing strong growth and is looking to strengthen our Plant Design team with a Senior Designer. Our mechanical design work is divided into three areas: system design, design of units that are assembled and tested in our factory, and design of external piping systems, where pipes are welded and delivered to site for installation.

This position is part of one of our mechanical design teams, responsible for designing external piping systems in a project-based environment. The engineering department also includes an electrical design team as well as a product development design team focused on developing new products.

The team is primarily based in Landskrona, Sweden, but also includes colleagues working from India. We are a strong and collaborative team with a broad range of shared expertise, where teamwork is always a top priority.

We are excited to get to know you and learn what you can bring to the team, so we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement. We value potential, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
 

How you’ll make an impact

• Take a leading role in advancing technical excellence and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Mentor and support colleagues by providing technical expertise and guidance.
• Perform mechanical design work for external piping systems within project deliveries.
• Create 3D models of piping systems and pipe supports based on process flow diagrams, specifications, and component lists.
• Review and verify engineering drawings to ensure quality and compliance.
• Manage material registration and bill of materials (BOM) creation in our ERP system.
• Collaborate closely with customers, colleagues, and cross-functional teams such as Procurement and Production.
• Work with engineering and business systems including Solid Edge and SAP. 
   

Your background

• Proven experience in piping design or closely related engineering disciplines.
• Experience working in project-based environments.
• Strong capabilities in 3D modeling and design tools.
• Several years of experience in mechanical design engineering, combined with a desire to continue learning and growing.
• Experience from industries such as industrial cooling, water and wastewater treatment, biogas, marine, oil and gas, or nuclear power is an asset.
• A proactive and self-driven approach, with the ability to manage priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Curiosity, problem-solving skills, and a practical understanding of manufacturing and installation processes.
• Fluent in both Swedish and English.

More about us 

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.​

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes: ​

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)​
• Group life insurance and additional insurances.​
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank​
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)​
• Health care and wellness allowance​
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)​
• Psychological support program​​
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave​
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development ​
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally​
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks​

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.​

Are you ready for a new and exciting opportunity? Does this role sound like a good match for your skills and ambitions? Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today.

Recruiting Manager Anders Ekman, [email protected], will answer your questions about the position. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Oliver Chicaiza, [email protected].  
 

Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Senad Dizdar, +46 (72) 2303665, Unionen: Nils Hörnfalk, +46 (72) 2199386, Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107 387 041

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