R&D Engineer - FPGA Developer

Location:
Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden

Job ID:
R0034302

Date Posted:
2024-12-20

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:
The opportunity
Imagine waking up every day to develop a system that is essential to create a sustainable and reliable energy system for societies and people around the globe.

MACH is the real-time, high-performance control system platform we, in Technology and Solution Development at Hitachi Energy, develop in-house. The MACH platform is needed to connect offshore wind power, create synthetic inertia, connect energy systems over long distances and create a robust electricity grid prepared for the future.

The MACH system comprises of hundreds of circuit boards covering measurement, processing, semiconductor controls and the digital signal interface used in our power electronics solutions. For the bespoke hardware, we also develop software, system solutions, engineering tools and configuration tools. To effectively drive innovation, we develop the MACH platform in agile, cross-functional teams.

In the Embedded Systems department, we are now looking for enthusiastic FPGA designers who would like to strengthen our team and to grow together on our journey towards a sustainable energy future. This position is located in Ludvika or Västerås.

How you´ll make an impact

• As a FPGA Design Engineer, you will work on complex functions where high performance, availability and robustness are key elements. Example designs are proprietary high speed optical communication protocols, high-speed buses, EtherCAT, data collection, filters and functions for HVDC control and protection
• We work in a modern environment where both rapid prototyping and productification takes place. To our help we have modern tools and labs for the complete development cycle, from early prototype testing to final system verification
• We have an innovative spirit, and nothing is impossible for us to solve. The team works with challenging tasks in an agile set-up. High level of collaboration is required with all stakeholders where speed of response is the key
• You will be living Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business

Your background

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical engineering, Electronics engineering or another related field, or have equivalent work experience
• Experience in FPGA design using VHDL, Verilog
• Using Modelsim for simulation of FPGA designs
• General knowledge about HW design
• Experience with tools like Xilinx ISE, Vivado, Lattice Diamond, Intel, MicroSemi or similar
• Capable of writing technical documentation such as Requirement Specs, Design Specs, Verification Specs etc.
• Knowledge in ECAT communication
• Advantageous to have Basic Python knowledge
• Proficiency in English is a must while Swedish is an added advantage

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 an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before the 10th of January! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

Recruiting manager Sampat Iyengar Manju, [email protected] will gladly answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Tomasz Szawica, [email protected].

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Location: (HE)Office_Vaesteras T7

Additional location:

• Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden