Strategic Production Engineering Manager

The Opportunity

Are you ready to take on a strategic leadership role in a high-tech industrial environment? We are looking for a Strategic Production Engineering Manager to join our High Voltage Breakers division in Ludvika. In this role, you will lead a team of project managers and production engineers and project managers, driving long-term improvements and investments that shape the future of our manufacturing capabilities.
 

As part of the Production Engineering department, you will be responsible for strategic initiatives, investment planning, and the implementation of new technologies and processes. You will work closely with production teams and other stakeholders to ensure that our operations are aligned with business goals and future demands. Your work will directly impact our ability to deliver high-quality products efficiently, safely, and on time in a sustainable way.
 

This is a unique opportunity for a visionary leader who enjoys working with complex projects, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you are passionate about production technology, strategic planning, and leading teams toward long-term success, we would love to hear from you.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Be an inspiring leader who supports and develops your team.

• Lead the planning, execution, and follow-up of all Capex (capital expenditure) projects.

• Take responsibility for personnel, work environment, and budget within your area.

• Ensure technical capacity and optimized internal logistics flows in the factory to meet customer demands.

• Actively lead strategic project teams with implementation of new product, processes and technologies.

Your Background

• You are a structured and driven leader with strong communication skills.

• A degree in engineering or equivalent relevant professional experience is required.

• Documented leadership experience, or experience as a senior project manager for capex investment projects.

• Experience in production or industrial engineering is highly valued.

• Fluent in both Swedish and English, written and spoken.

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 for a new exciting challenge – apply today! Due to the summer vacation period, the selection process may take longer than usual. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Recruiting manager Therese A. Hook, therese.a.hook@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Philip Bengtsson, +46 107- 38 25 17; Unionen: Michael Fosselius, +46 107 38 46 19; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt +46 10 7387043. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Antra Volujevica antra.volujevica@hitachienergy.com.