Senior Power Systems Engineer – Application Engineering
Join a global power systems team in Västerås developing SCADA/EMS solutions, power grid applications, C/C++ software, and Network Control technologies for utility customers worldwide.
Location: Västerås, Sweden
Work Model: Full-time | On-site Preferred (Up to 49% Remote Within Sweden)
Employment Type: Consultant Assignment
Assignment Period: 2026-08-03 to 2027-07-31 (Extension Possible)
Language Requirements: Fluent English (required) Swedish is an advantage.
Apply Before: 2026-07-21
About the Role
We are hiring on behalf of one of our clients for a Senior Power Systems Engineer to join a global Network Control team supporting advanced power grid solutions.
In this role, you will work with cutting-edge SCADA/EMS technologies to optimize the operation of electrical power generation, transmission, and distribution networks. You'll collaborate with customers across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania to configure, customize, test, and integrate mission-critical applications that support modern power systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in electrical power systems, SCADA applications, and software development who enjoys solving complex technical challenges in an international environment.
Key Responsibilities
Configure, customize, and enhance Network Control applications to meet customer requirements.
Develop and support software solutions for SCADA, EMS, and Grid Management Systems.
Collaborate with customers to design and implement integrations between SCADA/EMS platforms and other IT/OT systems.
Create and execute system testing, validation, and commissioning activities.
Troubleshoot and resolve software and technical issues throughout project delivery.
Support proposal and tender teams by providing technical expertise during bid preparation.
Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver high-quality customer solutions.
Participate in customer workshops, technical discussions, and system implementation activities.
Travel occasionally to customer sites when required.
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline with a minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience, or
Another relevant technical degree with more than 15 years of professional experience in power systems engineering, SCADA, EMS, application engineering, or a related field.
Basic understanding of electric power generation and transmission networks.
Basic understanding of SCADA systems.
Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and FORTRAN.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Fluent English, both written and spoken.
Willingness to travel and work at customer locations when required.
Valid SSG-Entré certificate.
Ability to work primarily on-site in Västerås, with up to 49% remote work within Sweden.
About Sperton
This Position is sponsored by Sperton Global, a recruitment and consulting company with an international reach. We are committed to helping our clients achieve success in their hiring processes, finding the right people for the right positions.
- Department
- Consultant jobs
- Locations
- Sweden
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Contract
- Job location
- Västerås, Sweden
- Employment Level | Seniority
- Senior Level
Colleagues
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
