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Substation Technician, Bergslagen - Vattenfall Eldistribution
Company Description Vattenfall Eldistribution AB is Vattenfall's electricity distribution business and one of Sweden's largest electricity distribution companies. We are responsible for critical infrastructure that distributes electricity to more than 900,000 businesses and households. As an employee with us, you contribute every day to making society function and to ensuring a safe electricity supply for future generations. Together we are building the electricity network of the future and enabling the transition to a sustainable society. Read more about what it's like to work here About the Role Would you like a meaningful job where you get to make a real difference for both society and the energy transition? With us, you are part of a mission-critical operation with exciting projects, cutting-edge technology, and colleagues who value each other. We are now looking for several experienced Substation Technicians who want to be part of building the maintenance operations of the future! We are embarking on one of Vattenfall Eldistribution's largest initiatives ever – a historic mobilization to build stronger, more resilient, and fully independent capacity within maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. At a time when the world is demanding ever greater robustness and durability, we are taking decisive steps to ensure an electricity network that can handle difficult conditions and deliver when it matters most. Responsibilities and Tasks As a Substation Technician, you have a central role in ensuring that our electrical installations from 0.4 to 400 kV are safe, accessible, and equipped for future energy needs. In this role, you will have varied and practical fieldwork, where you combine advanced technical problem-solving with careful digital documentation. Together with colleagues in operations, maintenance, and projects, you contribute to an electricity network with high operational safety and quality, where your technical expertise makes a real difference in everyday work, both for our installations and for society. Your main responsibilities include: Perform service, operation, maintenance, construction, and troubleshooting in substations and electrical installations Conduct rounds, inspections, and checks according to established maintenance programs and report any deviations Work in accordance with ESA, EBR, and applicable safety procedures, and participate in risk assessments and work preparations Perform maintenance, repairs, and switching on switchgear equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, disconnectors, tap changers, battery systems, as well as thermography work and grounding checks, etc. Minor modifications and fault corrections may be included in the role Document completed work and manage work orders in our digital systems Contribute to developing working methods and procedures for increased safety and quality The role involves a strong focus on safety, quality, progress, and commitment. Safety is the guiding principle in everything we do – in a hazardous environment, we take care of each other and create security together. Work is carried out on behalf of the maintenance manager. Travel within the area and on-call duty may be included as a natural part of the assignment. Requirements We are looking for someone with good technical understanding, strong safety awareness, and interest in working with complex electrical installations. You are organized, thorough, and take responsibility for both quality and safety in your work. We would like you to have: Secondary education in electrical engineering/electricity or equivalent vocational training Experience as a substation technician, electrical technician, distribution electrician, industrial electrician, or similar Fluent Swedish in speech and writing Class B driver's license It is advantageous if you have good ability to read drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation, as well as a basic understanding of control, protection, and monitoring systems. Additional Information We offer an exciting work day and good work-life balance at an attractive workplace with excellent opportunities for development. We work in a safe and motivating work environment with a strong and positive culture characterized by care for everyone. To help you thrive, we offer opportunities for continuous learning, good working conditions, and a wide range of employee benefits - Read more about our benefits here. Work Location Västerås or Avesta and surrounding areas. Home-basing may become relevant. Contact Persons For more information about the position, contact recruiting manager Marcus Arkestål, [email protected]. For questions about the recruitment process, contact recruiter Johanna Sperling, [email protected]. Trade union representatives for this position are Christian Ericsson, Ledarna, Anne-Marie Sjöbohm, Akademikerna, Jan-Olof Eriksson, Unionen, Ulf Tengman, SEKO. All contact persons can be reached via Vattenfall's switchboard 08-739 50 00. Welcome to submit your application by August 9, 2026! We do not accept personal letters in applications. You apply quickly and easily by answering selection questions and attaching your CV. We only accept applications through our website. We work with continuous selection. During the vacation period, it may take a bit longer before you receive feedback on your application or answers to your questions – thank you for your patience. Working at Vattenfall means working with mission-critical infrastructure. Therefore, many of our positions are security-classified and you may be subject to civil contingency placement. If this position is security-classified, a security clearance will be conducted before employment, in accordance with the security protection act. Any civil contingency placement is made with the support of the employment agreement and the act on civil contingency duties. At Vattenfall, we value being active, positive, open, and safety-conscious. We are looking for employees who share our vision and can contribute to strengthening our corporate culture. We are convinced that diversity contributes to building a more profitable and attractive company and strive to be good role models when it comes to diversity. Vattenfall actively works to ensure that all employees have equal opportunities and rights regardless of age, ethnic or cultural background, gender identity, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or functional variation. Read more about how we work with diversity and inclusion here. Privacy Notice Cookies Settings Posted by Amanda Pehrson Share this job Other jobs at Vattenfall Eldistribution Control Station Engineer South – Vattenfall Eldistribution Sollentuna, Sweden Control Station Engineer South – Vattenfall Eldistribution Södertälje, Sweden Control Station Engineer South – Vattenfall Eldistribution Nyköping, Sweden View all jobs
Designer Auxiliary Power
The opportunity Plant Electrical Design is part of HVDC Engineering and manages the delivery of the auxiliary power system for HVDC stations. The system we manage includes equipment such as auxiliary transformers, medium & low voltage switchgear, diesel generator systems, batteries, UPS and cables. To be able to deliver the system in a safe and reliable way, we are now searching for Designers to strengthen our team. In this role, you will be part of a team with the overall responsibility for the department's scope of delivery which includes system design, selectivity studies, equipment specification, cable and cable transit systems. The design of the auxiliary system is complex and customized based on customer requirements which makes our work challenging, but also very exciting since every project is different from another. By collaborating with your team, you will ensure that our deliveries are time and cost efficient with expected quality. You will also have a large global network since you will be part of a global and diverse team located in different countries around the world. We offer you a role where you can grow in various ways; in terms of visibility, in your leadership and in your mindset, so don't hesitate to apply even if you feel that you don't fulfill all requirements! This role has two openings and they will be based in Västerås. How you'll make an impact Create Auxiliary Power Single Line Diagrams (SLD). Perform load calculations and prepare List of Load. Ensure accurate dimensioning of equipment. Read and understand requirement specifications, review supplier drawings, and participate in customer meetings. Take part in and conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and supervise installation and commissioning. Perform tasks related to cable way and cable design. Your background Minimum Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Experience from a similar role with tasks in auxiliary power, selectivity studies, or leading installation/commissioning of low voltage equipment. A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to team efforts. Strong communication skills in English (both written and spoken). Knowledge of CAD tools that handle both electrical circuit diagrams and layouts is a plus. What we offer 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 the onboarding 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 about us Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply for this position! Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Malin Johansson, [email protected]
Electrical Design Engineer
On behalf of our client, we are now seeking an experienced electrical design engineer who wants to contribute both to projects and to the team's continued development. Here you will have a role where you combine operational project delivery with technical support, and where your expertise truly makes a difference. The Role In this role, you will become an important part of driving and developing electrical design within both small and large projects. You receive and handle assignments, conduct technical investigations, and follow up on deliveries from consultants and suppliers. An important part of the work is to ensure that everything meets the right quality standards, complies with regulations, and contributes to safe and functional solutions. You will, among other things: Manage electrical design projects, from inquiries and deviations to technical investigations. Train and guide junior colleagues and contribute to team development. Create and update documentation such as electrical drawings, material specifications, and technical descriptions. Support the organization and clients in technical matters. Follow up on submissions and deliveries from external consultants and suppliers. Bear financial responsibility and resource allocation responsibility in ongoing projects. Participate in design, work, and coordination meetings and contribute with your technical expertise. If you have experience as an inspector, that is a welcome plus. Your Background We are looking for someone with a solid foundation and several years of experience in the field. To succeed in this role, we believe you have: At least 5 years of experience in electrical design. Technical education within electrical and telecommunications installations. Experience with CAD environments such as AutoCAD Electrical, MagiCAD Electrical, or similar. Knowledge of Revit is a merit. A strong ability to interpret and review complex drawings and diagrams. Good communication and collaboration skills. Your own client base is considered a merit but is not a requirement. Who Are You as a Person? You are confident in your decisions, accustomed to driving matters independently, and have a natural sense of structure and quality. You enjoy having many contact points, contribute to a good atmosphere, and have high integrity in everything you do. Above all, you have a professional and service-oriented attitude and a desire to do a good job for both colleagues and clients. The Offer Our client offers a generous and long-term offer that combines attractive terms with strong conditions for success. You will receive clear mandate, good support and operational freedom, as well as real influence over direction, team, and culture. Placement: MälardalenConfidentiality: Client presented after confidentiality agreement Want to Know More? The recruitment is conducted in collaboration with Norén & Lindholm. Register your application at www.norenlindholm.se or through the button below as soon as possible. Selection and interviews are ongoing. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Lisa Tojkander at 070-77 88 155 or [email protected] About Norén & Lindholm Norén & Lindholm is an established recruitment and interim staffing company with its heart in Mälardalen. We match expertise with companies' needs, from specialists to leaders. With us, personal commitment is always in focus, and our goal is to create successful meetings between people and employers. We actively work to promote diversity and welcome all applicants. Differences are an important strength for us. Welcome with your application!
Chef at Norlandia Förskolor Inspiratören in Västerås
Do you want to help create joy in food, health, and good eating habits for the future? At Norlandia Förskolor Inspiratören in Västerås, we are now looking for an engaged and self-directed chef who wants to make a difference for our children every day. With us, meals are an important part of education and we see food as a natural part of children's learning, health, and well-being. We are looking for you to take responsibility for our kitchen and to proudly prepare nutritious, delicious, and sustainable meals for our children. Description of the chef role. With us, mealtimes are an important part of children's learning. We are therefore looking for you who enjoy meeting children in everyday life and who see the value in involving them in kitchen activities. This could include talking about ingredients, sustainability, and cooking, or involving children in different ways in the meal's journey from raw ingredients to finished meal. You see meal pedagogy as a natural part of your work and help create curiosity, food joy, and good eating habits in the children. As a chef with us, you are responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals according to Norlandia's Mat med smak concept. You work independently in the kitchen and have a central role in the preschool's work with health, sustainability, and food joy. Examples of typical work tasks Plan and prepare breakfast, lunch, and snacks Ensure that meals are of high quality and follow current nutritional guidelines Handle special diets and allergy meals Manage orders, food delivery, and inventory Work according to self-inspection programs and food regulations Contribute to reducing food waste and promoting sustainable meals Collaborate with educators on meal pedagogy and children's food joy Manage the kitchen's daily operations, cleaning, and documentation We offer you At Norlandia, meals are an important part of children's health, development, and learning. All of our preschool kitchens are KRAV-certified, which means we work with high quality, sustainable food choices, and a large proportion of organic ingredients. We strive to create food joy while taking responsibility for the environment and the future. With us, you have the opportunity to work in an organization where meals are an important part of children's day. You become part of an engaged team that together works to give children the best conditions for learning and development. Collective agreement Wellness allowance A workplace with engaged educators and curious children Qualifications and personal characteristics Are trained as a chef or have equivalent experience that the employer deems equivalent Have experience working in large kitchens, school kitchens, preschool kitchens, or restaurants Have strong knowledge of food hygiene and self-inspection Are positive, engaged, and have a genuine interest in working with children Are solution-focused, flexible, and see opportunities rather than obstacles Enjoy working independently while being an important part of the organization's team Have strong ability to build relationships with children, guardians, and colleagues Have good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written About Norlandia Förskolor We are a family-owned company that operates around a hundred preschools from Dalarna in the north to Skåne in the south. Through our concepts, we focus on good food, health, and sustainability with the goal of creating new discoveries—every day. We want our children to develop their curiosity and interest in food. Both our well-known classics and more modern varieties. Within Norlandia, we have shared menus that we develop and test together with chefs in the organization. All Norlandia preschool kitchens are KRAV certified. About Norlandia Förskolor Inspiratören The preschool is a stone's throw from Råby centrum where the yard is characterized by natural environments with trees, rocks, and greenery that give children the opportunity to climb, discover, and play in close contact with nature. The preschool has space for 52 children and 9 educators, distributed across three departments. The kitchen is located in the center of the house, so it forms a natural point where you as a chef meet the children, guardians, and educators. Other information Employment type: Permanent position with an initial probationary period of 6 months Scope: Part-time, 75% Working hours: Daytime Start date: By agreement We apply individual salary setting and have a collective agreement. Interviews are held on an ongoing basis and the position may be filled before the final application deadline. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. Upon employment, a criminal records check is required. If you are not a citizen of Sweden, the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you must be able to prove that you have a valid work permit or are exempt from the requirement to have a work permit. Employment can only take place after verification of work permit, which is required according to the Aliens Ordinance. We look forward to hearing from you! Selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis, which means the position may be filled before the final application deadline. Do not wait to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you! If you have questions about the position, you are warmly welcome to contact: Acting Rector, Johanna With. [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!
Gaming Host
Warm welcome to Inferno Online Gaming, a place for community and energy. We value positive energy and strong commitment, which is an integrated part of our culture that we build together every day. For us, it's not just important what we accomplish, but also how we do it. We're looking for individuals who want to contribute drive, collaboration, and a solution-oriented approach. People who inspire those around them through their energy, their sense of responsibility, and a positive mindset – even during periods of high pace or major challenges. Together, we strive to create a workplace where employees can develop, perform, and thrive. A culture where energy spreads, strengthens our results, and shapes how we interact with each other, our customers, and our future.
Wealth Advisor at Garantum Wealth Management
Garantum is a privately held group operating in wealth management for individuals, companies, and institutions. We strive for long-term and close customer relationships built on mutual trust to deliver customized advice of high quality locally near our customers. Garantum Wealth Management is in an exciting development phase and needs to strengthen its team with a wealth advisor in Private Banking. Here you are offered a stimulating career opportunity with interesting customer relationships and a developing environment with professional colleagues. We welcome your application! Job Information Professionals Nord is seeking, in collaboration with Garantum Wealth Management, a Wealth Advisor. Garantum Wealth Management is part of the Garantum group, which has over 190 employees and 140 affiliated advisors operating in 33 cities in Sweden and Norway. They are today one of the market's leading players in Private Banking and customized wealth management for individuals, owner-led companies, and smaller institutions. This position is a direct recruitment, which means the recruitment process takes place through Professionals Nord and you will be employed directly by Garantum Wealth Management. This recruitment process is handled by Professionals Nord and all questions regarding the position should be directed to [email protected] What We Offer Access to a solid platform for customized advice and a strong network of professional colleagues. A close and strong local team in the region that supports your development. The opportunity to work with great freedom and develop within a growing and stable company that makes a difference. Responsibilities Customers of Garantum Wealth Management are offered comprehensive services within Private Banking and wealth management consisting of, among other things, customized investment solutions and management services, opportunities for advice within law and tax, pensions and insurance. This business area is primarily aimed at affluent customers and/or customers in leading positions who both make their own investment decisions and seek a knowledgeable and professional discussion partner. In the role of wealth advisor, you bear overall responsibility for the customer relationship, which means ensuring the customer has the right services based on their needs. It also means you are responsible for your own results, customer satisfaction, risks associated with the customer, and that the customer receives individual follow-up. We Are Looking For Someone Who Has a relevant university degree in economics, finance, or equivalent Has a financial background, particularly with knowledge and practical experience in advisory work; experience in wealth advisory is highly desirable Appreciates long-term customer relationships and thrives in a networking role Holds a SwedSec license; having InsureSec as well is a plus We believe your personal qualities are crucial for how well you will thrive in the role at Garantum Wealth Management. You are a relationship-building and business-driven person with several years of experience in financial customer advisory. You thrive in an outward-facing role where through a proactive approach and high quality you build long-term relationships and drive good results. Furthermore, you are structured, self-motivated, and driven to use your specialized expertise to create value for the customer. Through personal meetings and an interest in understanding the customer's financial situation, you identify needs and find the best possible solutions. START: By agreement SCOPE: Full-time LOCATION: Västerås SELECTION: Ongoing CONTACT: Rebecka Permestam #GarantumWealthManagement #advisor Apply for the position below by filling in your information and attaching documents. Feel free to log in to "My Pages" after confirming your account, where you can create your candidate profile which increases your chances of landing your dream job! We review applications on an ongoing basis and may have moved forward with candidates before the ad closes. We unfortunately do not accept applications via email, but if you have questions about the position, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]
Software Engineer - Team SICS
At Prevas, we believe that technology makes the world better. And to succeed in making it better, we need people like you. We have a strong belief in people and are convinced that your development is our development. We also know that our collective expertise becomes stronger when we help each other and care. That's why our culture is built on being there for each other and having fun along the way. Hello mission Come and work in-house with us at our Västerås office and help us make industries both more modern and smarter! We're looking for a developer for the SICS department, Smart Industry Control Software. As the name suggests, SICS works to make factories more modern and efficient. We use modern technology and often work with control systems, automation solutions, and robotics. Most of our projects are carried out from our office, but sometimes we also work on-site at our customers' locations. These are often active in the steel or manufacturing industry. Hello you • You enjoy tackling complex problems • You're ambitious with the drive to see the big picture in deliverables • You find it fun to be in an industrial environment from time to time • You're happy to take on challenges and sometimes take on a project lead role Hello Team SICS SICS primarily works in-house. A large part of the team works with our two products: FOCS and CellManager. FOCS is software that optimizes fuel consumption when heating steel. It reads data from the industrial control system and estimates how heat is supplied and distributed in the steel, so that we can then optimize how hydrogen or fossil fuels should be burned to reach the target temperature. CellManager is the hub in the robot cell that gets the machines to work together. CellManager receives order data from higher-level systems and reads the status of equipment in the cell, then CellManager makes all decisions about how the cell should run and tries to solve all error cases without operator intervention. We often build cells together with our colleagues in the automation department in Västerås. We also do industry-focused web development to help customers manage orders and production tracking. The Prevas family in Västerås has grown significantly. We are today the region's leading consulting provider in our field with 200 employees focused on product and production development. Of which approximately 40 are software specialists who work with development, installation, and commissioning of software, mainly in industrial environments. It's a group characterized by commitment, curiosity, and incredibly high expertise. For us, it's important that all colleagues feel a sense of belonging and have fun together. Exciting things are happening in the future, both for us and our customers. That's why we're looking for you to be part of our continued journey! Do you recognize yourself? Feel free to reach out to Gustav Dafgård: [email protected] at 0705-83 93 73 and he can tell you more about the position and what it's like to work at Prevas. And please, follow us on LinkedIn We decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of additional job postings. Prevas Core Values Shared core values are the key to our success. They pave the way for better communication and collaboration, reduce the need for detailed rules and regulations, and make our organization more agile and dynamic. Sharing values gives greater freedom to act without detailed rules. Sharing common values doesn't mean we're all the same. We love differences and promote diversity. We believe that unique individuals are important for creating strong and successful teams. Our values guide our daily behavior toward both customers and employees. When we respect our values and act in accordance with them, we express our corporate culture. At Prevas, we summarize our values in the acronym BOAT – Business driven, Open-minded, Active, and Team player.
Senior Electrical and Automation Engineer at Prevas Västerås
At Prevas, we believe that technology makes the world better. And to succeed in making it better, we need people like you. We will give you responsibility and have complete confidence that you, as an expert in your field, have the best solutions. We have a strong belief in people and are convinced that your development is our development. We also know that our combined expertise becomes stronger when we help each other and care. That's why our culture is built on being there for each other and having fun along the way. Senior Electrical and Automation Engineer at Prevas Västerås Are you an experienced engineer who wants to take the next step in your career? At Prevas, you work with the latest technology and are a key person in developing tomorrow's industrial solutions. We are growing in Västerås and are now looking for senior electrical and automation engineers who want to shape tomorrow's innovations in Swedish industry. About the Role With us, you get an assignment with both depth and breadth – you work with advanced automation, electrical design, and industrial IT in projects spanning the process, production, and manufacturing industries. You will have a central role in our deliveries where we develop complete systems for control, monitoring, and design of equipment and facilities. We are looking for someone who wants to take on technical leadership, drive improvements, and be a competence support for both customers and colleagues. At Prevas, you get great freedom, influence over your assignments, and the opportunity to grow with our projects. Your Primary Responsibilities As a senior electrical and automation engineer, you will: Lead and execute projects within electrical, control, and automation technology – from design to commissioning. Develop and optimize control systems based on PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms (ABB 800xA, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Allen-Bradley, and others). Take responsibility for electrical documentation, design, and integration between electrical systems, control systems, and mechanics. Support customers with technical analysis, requirements definition, and troubleshooting. Serve as a technical sounding board and mentor within your area of expertise. Our assignments span several industries – from automotive and robotics to energy, process, and mining. Who Are You? You have solid experience in automation and/or electrical design, with at least 7–10 years of experience in similar roles. You have a relevant engineering degree and a deep understanding of industrial systems, processes, and technology workflows. We believe you have experience with: PLC and HMI programming, preferably multiple manufacturers Electrical design and documentation in modern CAD tools Control engineering, instrumentation, and dimensioning Technical project management or design management As a person, you are analytical, responsible, and unpretentious. You thrive in the consultant role, collaborate easily, and are driven by creating value for the customer. Why Choose Prevas At Prevas, you become part of a strong network of experts in automation, electrical engineering, and industrial development. We offer: Challenging projects with leading industrial companies The opportunity to influence technology choices, architecture, and project structure A culture that encourages initiative, collaboration, and personal development We believe in freedom with responsibility, long-term relationships, and technology that makes a difference. Want to help create tomorrow's technology solutions? Apply now and become part of Prevas! You are warmly welcome to contact the recruiting manager if you want to know more about the positions or simply want an open dialogue about a shared future: Peter Suvanto, 070-269 07 47 ([email protected]) And please, follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram. We decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements. Prevas Core Values Shared core values are the key to our success. They pave the way for better communication and collaboration, reduce the need for detailed rules and regulations, and make our organization more agile and dynamic. Sharing values gives greater freedom to act without detailed rules. Sharing common values does not mean we are all alike. We love differences and promote diversity. We believe that unique individuals are important for creating strong and successful teams. Our values guide our daily behavior toward both customers and employees. When we respect our values and act in accordance with them, we express our corporate culture. At Prevas, we summarize our values in the acronym BOAT – Business driven, Open-minded, Active, and Team player.
PhD Candidate in Energy and Environmental Technology
Mälardalen University (MDU) is Sweden's newest university. With our vision to be a progressive and collaborative university where we together shape a sustainable future, we want to make a real difference. Do you want to be part of our development? Together we contribute to a more sustainable future through knowledge and innovation. We believe that new knowledge and new perspectives are best created and achieved in collaboration with others - colleagues, students, industry and the public sector both nationally and internationally. Employment Information Employment Type: Fixed-term position Employment Period/Start Date: Desired start date is 2026-10-01 Scope: Part-time Number of Positions: 1 Application Deadline: 2026-08-15 Location: Västerås Institution/Unit/Department: Engineering Sciences Research Program Area: Energy and Environmental Technology Admission to doctoral studies is regulated by the university's admission regulations which compile national and local rules governing access to doctoral level education at Mälardalen University. Read more about doctoral studies at MDU, https://www.mdu.se/utbildning/forskarutbildning. The educational position is associated with a full-time employment as a doctoral student during the study period, which corresponds to four years. Work Tasks As a doctoral student, you will conduct research focused on the development and application of AI-based methods for energy system analysis. The work includes integration of AI methods with energy system models and development of methods for transparency, explainability, and uncertainty management, with particular application in sustainable transformation. The position also includes participation in teaching, for example through course modules and exercises. Supervision of project work may occur. Departmental work and teaching may together amount to a maximum of 20 percent of working time. Qualification Requirements To be admitted to doctoral level studies, the applicant must have general eligibility and the specific eligibility required by the subject, and must be assessed as having the ability otherwise needed to benefit from the education. General eligibility for doctoral level studies (according to HF 7 chapter § 39) is held by those who: have completed a degree at advanced level, have completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 higher education credits at advanced level, or has in some other way within or outside the country acquired essentially equivalent knowledge. Specific Eligibility The applicant must have a degree in Civil Engineering or a Master's degree in Energy Technology, Engineering Physics, or a corresponding field. Very good ability to express oneself in speech and writing in English is required. Selection Criteria Selection among applicants who have general and specific eligibility shall be made taking into account their ability to benefit from the education (HF 7 chapter 41 §). In addition, selection among qualified applicants will be made according to the following assessment criteria: - Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others - Motivation and ability to communicate clearly Meritorious are: - Knowledge of LLM, deep learning, and Python programming - Knowledge of power electronics - Experience in modeling, simulation, and experimental work In an overall assessment of suitability, personal qualities are also weighted. All employees at MDU are expected to cooperate and treat colleagues and students with respect, take responsibility for operations and their own work tasks, and contribute to a good work environment. We value the qualities that an even age and gender distribution as well as ethnic and cultural diversity bring. Application You submit your application by clicking the "Apply" button below. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the job announcement and submitted to the university no later than the application deadline. The application must be accompanied by documents requested to support eligibility and provide documentation for merit evaluation. Degree certificates and/or transcripts must always be attached to the application and the documents must be officially issued by the educational institution. Incoming materials may be written in Swedish or English. Documents regarding qualifications (certificates, grades, and degree certificates) in other languages must be translated by an authorized translator into Swedish or English. However, a copy of the original document (if in a language other than above) must always be attached. If the admitted person needs a residence permit to stay in Sweden and pursue their studies, and the studies require physical attendance at Mälardalen University, the university reserves the right to revoke the admission decision if the admitted person cannot present a valid residence permit required for studies at the date of study start. We welcome your application! Union Representatives: Saco-S mailto:[email protected] Susanne Meijer ST-OFR/S, tel: 021-10 14 89 We decline all contact with advertisement vendors. We have made our strategic choices for this recruitment. #LI-AE1
PhD Student in Energy and Environmental Engineering
Mälardalen University (MDU) is Sweden's newest university. With our vision to be a progressive and collaborative university where we together shape a sustainable future, we want to make a real difference. Do you want to be part of our development? Together we contribute to a more sustainable future through knowledge and innovation. We believe that new knowledge and new perspectives are best created and achieved through collaboration with others - colleagues, students, business, and the public sector both nationally and internationally. Employment Information Employment: Fixed-term contract Period of employment/Start date: Preferred start date is October 1, 2026 Scope: Part-time Number of positions: 1 Closing date for application: June 17, 2026 Campus location: Västerås School: Engineering Science Third-cycle subject: Energy and Environmental Engineering Admission to third-cycle (doctoral) education is regulated in MDU's admission regulations, which compile national and local rules for eligibility and admission to doctoral studies at Mälardalen University. More information about third-cycle studies at MDU: https://www.mdu.se/en/malardalen-university/education/doctoral-education The doctoral position includes full-time employment as a doctoral student for the duration of the education, which corresponds to four years. Position Description As a doctoral student, you will conduct research focusing on the development and application of AI-based methods for energy system analysis. The work includes integrating AI methods with energy system models as well as developing methods for transparency, explainability, and uncertainty management, with a particular focus on sustainable transition. The position also includes participation in teaching, for example through course modules and exercises. Supervision of student projects may be included. Departmental work and teaching may comprise up to 20% of full-time working hours. Entry Requirements To be admitted to third-cycle studies, the applicant must meet both the general and specific entry requirements of the subject and be deemed to have the capacity to benefit from the education. General entry requirements for third-cycle education (according to Chapter 7, Section 39 HF) are met by those who have: - completed a second-cycle (Master's level) degree, - completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least at second-cycle level, or - acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad. Specific Entry Requirements The applicant must hold a Master of Science in Engineering or a Master's degree in energy engineering, engineering physics, or a related field. Very good ability to communicate in spoken and written English is required. Selection Criteria Among applicants who meet both the general and specific entry requirements, selection shall be based on their ability to benefit from the education (Chapter 7, Section 41 HF). In addition, selection will be made based on the following assessment criteria: - Ability to work independently and collaboratively - Motivation and ability to communicate clearly Merits include: - Knowledge of LLMs, deep learning, and Python programming - Knowledge of power electronics - Experience in modeling, simulation, and experimental work In an overall assessment of suitability, emphasis is also placed on personal abilities. All employees at MDU are expected to cooperate and treat colleagues and students with respect, take responsibility for the organization and their own work duties, and contribute to a positive work environment. We value the qualities that an even distribution of age and gender, as well as ethnic and cultural diversity, can contribute to the organization. Application The application is to be completed online. Please submit your application by clicking on the "Apply" button below. The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and will reach the university no later than the closing date for application. The application should include the required documents to confirm eligibility and provide grounds for merit assessment. Degree certificates and/or transcripts must always be included and must be officially issued by the degree-awarding institution. Documents may be submitted in Swedish or English. Supporting documents in other languages must be translated into Swedish or English by an authorized translator. Copies of the original documents in the original language must also be included. If the admitted candidate requires a residence permit to stay in Sweden and pursue their studies, and if the studies require physical presence at Mälardalen University, the university reserves the right to withdraw the admission decision if a valid residence permit cannot be presented by the start date of the studies. We look forward to receiving your application! Union representatives: Saco-S mailto:[email protected] Susanne Meijer ST-OFR/S, tel: +46 21-10 14 89 We decline all contact with recruiters and salespersons of advertisements. We have made our strategic choices for this recruitment. #LI-AE1