Quality Engineer

The Opportunity

Power Transformers is a business unit within Hitachi Energy that manufactures power transformers and reactors up to the highest possible power and voltage levels. The unit in Ludvika has unique global expertise in ultra-high voltage technology and is an important hub for the development of new transformer technology. Power Transformers is currently in a strong growth phase and we are therefore looking for a quality engineer for our quality department. In this role, you will have a central position in the organization and be an important part of the development of both our production and our processes.

How you’ll make an impact

• Drive quality and process improvements in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality standards for products and manufacturing processes while ensuring compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal procedures.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive measures to eliminate quality problems and prevent recurrence.
• Monitor production quality performance, analyze quality data, and identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce deviations.
• Analyze Failure Costs (COPQ) and drive initiatives that improve quality performance and optimize costs.
• Initiate and lead quality improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement tools.
• Conducting system, process and product audits, ensuring compliance and readiness for certification requirements.
• Maintain and continuously improve the ISO 9001 quality management system.
• Support supplier qualification, evaluation and development activities to ensure consistent quality standards throughout the supply chain.
• Educate employees on quality tools and practices while promoting quality awareness throughout the organization.

Your background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience in quality engineering or quality management within a manufacturing environment.
• Good knowledge of quality tools, quality systems and methods for root cause analysis.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement methods (Green belt, appropriate level)
• Experience in conducting audits and working with ISO standards
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, including Power BI.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and a structured approach to problem-solving.
• Good knowledge of Swedish and English both in speech and writing

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. ​

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application already today. ​

Recruiting Manager Mats Dahlman, [email protected] answers your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist +46 107 383 152; Unionen: Olle Ruzicka +46 10 738 31 44; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43 . All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner, Tobias Nilsson, [email protected]