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Career opportunities in Europe

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader dedicated to advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We deliver on this purpose through the expertise, collaboration, and innovation of our people around the world.

With operations in 90 countries and around 50,000 employees, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people can thrive, feel empowered, and contribute their best work as part of our Diversity 360 vision.

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is looking for a HUB Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our location in Ludvika, Vesteras, and Stockholm  Sweden. In this role, you will lead and drive sustainable, transformational change across multiple European HUB product lines and factories. You will focus on process improvement, ITM (Integrated Transformer Management) system maturity, and measurable improvements in key performance indicators (KPIs). You will act as a trusted business partner to HUB leadership team members and Factory Managers.

HUB CI team is an efficient team of 6 people influencing and managing the ITM framework for 18 factories in 3 Product Lines.

How you’ll make an impact

• Partner with cross-functional leadership teams to develop and operationalize the Hoshin Kanri process, including breakthrough objectives, action plans, KPIs, and Kaizen plans that support organizational priorities.

• Lead the operationalization of the Strategy Deployment process, ensuring effective Leader Standard Work and a connected Lean daily management system.

• Act as a change agent and champion in a continuous improvement culture focused on waste elimination across the organization, using ITM Lean methods, processes, and tools such as 6S, Daily Management, LSW, VSM, TPM, and Kaizen.

• Drive KPI optimization across the factories and functional organizations you support. Lead and facilitate process improvement initiatives and partner with cross-functional teams at all levels to strengthen the use of ITM tools and improve productivity.

• Build continuous improvement capability through training and implementation of ITM and digitalization tools. Serve as a subject matter expert on the ITM system, coaching others and building organizational maturity, employee engagement, accountability, and KPI improvements.

• Live Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity by taking responsibility for your actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field, combined with at least five years of experience in Lean operating or management systems, continuous improvement, manufacturing, engineering, and/or process improvement.

• Experience implementing operating systems such as the Toyota Production System, Danaher Business System, Honeywell Operating System, or similar methodologies.

• A proven track record of delivering breakthrough results with measurable business impact.

• A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset, with strong communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork across functions and locations.

• Ability to challenge conventional thinking, improve existing methodologies, and lead teams through influence without direct authority.

• Proven ability to coordinate and lead remote teams across different geographic locations.

• Lean or Lean Six Sigma Certification, such as Lean Leader, Black Belt, or equivalent.

• Flexibility to travel 30-50% abroad in Europe.

What we offer

• Collective agreement

• Flexible working time

• Health care and wellness allowance

• Excellent career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, both in Sweden and globally

• Mentoring support throughout your onboarding phase

• Training and education opportunities to support your professional development

• A diverse and inclusive workplace with more than 70 nationalities represented in Sweden

• Supplementary compensation for parental leave

• Access to an employee benefits portal with thousands of discounts and perks

• Additional benefits may apply depending on the role and location

More about us

Our flexible working practices are designed to help you optimize both personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply today. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
 

Trade union representatives – Unionen: Michael Fosselius +46 107 38 46 19, SACO/Sveriges Ingenjörer: Philip Bengtsson '+46 107 38 25 17, Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt +46 10 7387043, IF Metall: Kennet Andersson +46 107-38 36 73

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.