The Test Engineer will play a key role in shaping product testing processes for a new factory in Västerås, Sweden, focusing on improving and scaling test operations for high-end electronic products such as Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) and high-voltage equipment. This role combines hands-on testing responsibilities with long-term process improvements and automation planning.
Responsibilities
- Be responsible for all test equipment within Operations, including availability, electrical safety, maintenance, documentation, and work instructions.
- Support current production by understanding and improving existing test setups.
- Be a key contributor in defining how product testing will be designed and automated in the new factory.
- Drive improvements in test coverage and test efficiency, from idea to implementation.
- Take ownership of test equipment reliability, including preventive maintenance.
- Support feeder factories with test equipment–related topics.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience within software or hardware development, testing, or similar technical roles.
- Experience with electrical testing.
- Strong technical understanding of electronic products.
- Self-driven with good problem-solving skills.
- Fluent in English.
- Swedish communication skills required.
Benefits
- 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 benefits could be connected to this specific role
Work Arrangement
onsite — Västerås, Västmanland County, Sweden — Flexible working time
Team
Reports to: Hiring Manager (Anders Dackemyr mentioned as contact)
- Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
- Focus on employee development through trainings and education
- Supportive onboarding with mentorship
- Commitment to career growth within Sweden and globally
Additional Information
- Language requirement: Fluent in English and Swedish communication skills required.
- The position is based in Västerås, Sweden.
- Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
- Union representatives available: Sveriges Ingenjörer, Unionen, Ledarna.
- Talent Acquisition Partner: Pär Lyckbring, par.lyckbring@hitachienergy.com
- Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
- Job ID: R0055668
- Date Posted: 2026-04-20
- Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB
- Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
- Job Schedule: Full time
- Remote: No
