We’re looking for a High Voltage Electrical Engineer in Örebro!

Are you passionate about high-voltage systems and eager to work on innovative projects? We’re looking for a High Voltage Electrical Engineer to join our team in Örebro. Here, you’ll have the chance to design, analyze, and maintain critical high-voltage infrastructure, helping shape the future of energy solutions.

WHAT DO WE OFFER? 

As a consultant at ALTEN, you’ll have the opportunity to work on challenging and exciting projects with some of our key clients, with: 

• Technical challenges and development opportunities. 
• An inspiring community and the chance to contribute to a sustainable future. 
• Supportive and coaching leadership. 
• The possibility to work across various industries where our clients operate. 
• A personal training budget for internal or external courses. 

About the position

As a High Voltage Electrical Engineer, you will design, analyze, and maintain high-voltage systems, such as power transmission, substations, and industrial applications. Your expertise will ensure the safety, efficiency, and compliance of critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design high-voltage wiring diagrams for substations, switchgear, and transmission lines.
• Perform cable and conductor sizing for high-power applications (e.g., overhead lines, underground cables, or busbars).
• Conduct load flow, short-circuit, and arc flash studies using simulation tools like ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, or PSCAD.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations (e.g., IEC 61936, OSHA, or local high-voltage standards).
• Specify high-voltage components (e.g., transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, and surge arresters).
• Collaborate with stakeholders for project approval and commissioning.

Your Profile

To succeed in this role, you are a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a passion for high-voltage engineering. You thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative solutions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (focus on power systems or high voltage is a plus).
• 2–3 years of experience in high-voltage systems (design, analysis, or maintenance).
• Familiarity with tools like ETAP, DIgSILENT, PSCAD, AutoCAD, or Revit.
• Knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, ANSI, or Swedish standards).
• Certifications (e.g., PE license, NFPA 70E, or manufacturer training) are a plus.

ABOUT ALTEN 

ALTEN is one of Europe’s largest technology and IT consulting companies, with over 57,000 employees across approximately 30 countries. Our engineers carry out complex and highly technical projects throughout the entire product development chain for leading companies in several industries including Automotive, Defense & Security, Energy, Industrial Equipment, Public Sector, and Life Sciences. 

In Sweden, we are approximately 1,300 dedicated employees spread across 9 offices in cities ranging from Lund in the south to Skellefteå in the north.  

For the fifth year in a row, ALTEN has been named one of Sweden’s most attractive employers by Karriärföretagen for five consecutive years — an award for companies offering unique career and development opportunities. 

Welcome to read more about us at alten.se