Senior Principal Electrical Engineer – HVDC Design Lead

Sperton Global AS • Sweden, ME

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer – HVDC Design Lead for one of our client. In this expert role, you will lead the design and delivery of auxiliary power systems for HVDC stations, including transformers, switchgear, diesel generators, batteries, UPS, power cables, selectivity studies, and cable/transit systems. You will coordinate internal and external stakeholders, ensure time and cost-efficient delivery with high quality, lead a team of skilled designers, manage contacts with other departments and suppliers, and drive electrical design in a global, high-reliability environment. This senior position requires advanced expertise in electrical engineering, leadership of complex designs, and the ability to work independently while mentoring others.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with at least 6 years of relevant experience (including leadership/management), OR another technical degree with 15+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven expertise in auxiliary power systems, selectivity studies, or low-voltage equipment design/installation
• Technical knowledge of transformers, switchgear, diesel generators, batteries, UPS, power cables
• Fluent in spoken and written English (mandatory)
• Valid SSG-Entré certificate
• Ability to work flexibly with mandatory occasional on-site presence (Ludvika or Västerås)

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of CAD tools for electrical circuit diagrams and layouts
• Swedish language skills

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of auxiliary power systems and equipment for HVDC stations
• Coordinate with internal teams, external suppliers, and stakeholders for complete scope delivery
• Perform selectivity studies, equipment specification, cable/transit design, and system integration
• Manage team tasks, project planning, and progress monitoring
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, time, and cost targets
• Support installation/commissioning phases when required
• Apply advanced engineering principles and tools for analyses, reports, and solutions
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to process improvements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior