**The opportunity**
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Data Architect to lead the definition and execution of data governance and data architecture strategies that support our transition from an Engineer-to-Order (ETO) to a Configure-to-Order (CETO) delivery model.


This role will play a pivotal part in ensuring that data across product, project, and enterprise systems is structured, governed, and utilized to enable modularization, reusability, and scalability of HVDC solutions. You will be a key driver in promoting organizational understanding of data as a strategic asset, fostering alignment across business, IT, and engineering domains.


**How You’ll Make An Impact**

- Define and implement the data governance framework to ensure accuracy, consistency, and traceability of product and project data throughout the value chain.
- Design and maintain data models and architectures that enable integration across PLM, ERP, BIM, and other enterprise systems.
- Collaborate closely with PLM architects, product managers, and IT teams to ensure alignment between data architecture and PLM strategy.
- Drive stakeholder engagement and data literacy initiatives to elevate organizational understanding of data ownership, lineage, and governance.
- Support the transition from ETO to CETO by establishing data foundations for modularity, configurability, and reuse.
- Identify and mitigate data quality risks through proactive governance and cross-functional collaboration.
- Define KPIs and metrics to monitor data integrity, governance maturity, and business impact.
- Contribute to the development of enterprise-wide data catalogues, taxonomies, and master data management principles

**Your background**

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in data science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 10+ years of experience in data architecture, data management, or enterprise data governance roles within complex industrial or engineering environments.
- Proven experience in establishing data governance frameworks supporting large-scale digital or transformation programs.
- Basic understanding of PLM principles and willingness to deepen expertise in the PLM domain.
- Experience with data integration, metadata management, and master data modeling across platforms such as PLM, ERP, and BIM.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at multiple organizational levels.
- Analytical and structured thinker with skills in data modeling, lineage tracing, and process mapping.
- Fluency in English both spoken and written. Swedish language proficiency is a plus.

**What We Offer**

- Collective agreement
- Flexible working hours
- Health care and wellness allowance
- Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
- Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
- Various training 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? You are welcome to apply now! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!


This position is based in Ludvika, and we are currently hiring for multiple positions.


Recruiting Manager Stefan Cedergren, stefan.cedergren@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the 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 Kevin Galloway, kevin.Galloway@hitachienergy.com


Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.


With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.


Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.