Job description
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to support the successful delivery of power grid and energy infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate combines strong project management capabilities with commercial awareness and experience working in international environments within the energy sector.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables while ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Lead project teams, facilitate communication, and ensure effective stakeholder engagement.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
- Monitor project performance, KPIs, timelines, and costs, ensuring successful execution.
- Coordinate quality reviews, testing activities, and deliverable acceptance.
- Prepare regular project reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
- Lead project closure activities, including lessons learned and final handover.
Your Background
- 3-5 years of experience in project management within the energy sector, preferably involving power grids, high-voltage substations, or power transformers.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience working within structured processes and operational environments.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and teamwork skills.
- Excellent organizational abilities with strong attention to detail.
- Understanding of international commercial practices and project environments.
- Knowledge of SAP (MM, SD, and Project Systems modules) is a strong advantage.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Fluent in English and Romanian, both written and spoken.
What We Offer
- Company car
- Hybrid working model
- Short Fridays (6-hour workday)
- 5 weeks of annual vacation
- Meal tickets
- Private medical subscription
- Life insurance
- Third-pillar pension plan
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Exciting projects contributing to a sustainable energy future
Pay & benefits
About this role
About Hitachi Energy
Company Overview
Hitachi Energy Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd.
HeadquartersZurich, Switzerland
Founded2021
SizeApproximately 45,000 to over 50,000 employees globally (source: hitachienergy.com). Revenue reached around $13 billion USD in 2023 (source: hitachienergy.com).
What They Do
Hitachi Energy specializes in power grid technologies, focusing on high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems, which have integrated over 150 gigawatts globally. Their product offerings include high-voltage equipment, transformers, switchgear, and services aimed at grid modernization and renewable energy integration (source: wikipedia.org). The company provides HVDC converter stations, distribution transformers, and innovative gas insulation solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the energy transition (source: hitachienergy.com). Target markets encompass utilities, industries, infrastructure, renewable energy developers, and data centers, with a presence in over 140 countries organized into five global business units for localized service delivery (source: cbinsights.com). The company leverages the combined expertise of ABB's power grids and Hitachi's digital technologies, evidenced by a significant increase in order backlog since 2020 (source: hitachienergy.com).
Projects & Track Record
Hitachi Energy has been involved in several notable projects, including the supply of equipment for China's Changji-Guquan UHVDC transmission line, the world's first at 1,100 kV, completed in 2018 (source: wikipedia.org). Other significant projects include the fluoronitrile-based gas replacement for National Grid in Kent, UK, and HVDC converter stations for the North Sea Link submarine cable, both completed in 2021 (source: wikipedia.org). Recently, they have also developed a renewable energy microgrid for Gull Bay First Nation in Canada (2022) and are currently working on offshore platforms and onshore HVDC converter stations for TenneT in the North Sea (source: wikipedia.org). Their geographic presence spans over 140 countries, with a strong focus on expanding manufacturing capabilities in North America to meet growing demand (source: hitachienergy.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Hitachi Energy has announced over $155 million USD in investments to bolster manufacturing capacity in North America, including a new distribution transformer factory in Reynosa, Mexico, which is expected to create 350 jobs (source: hitachienergy.com). Additionally, they are modernizing their power transformer factory in Varennes, Quebec, with an investment exceeding $100 million (source: hitachienergy.com). The company also completed the acquisition of ABB's remaining stake in December 2022, solidifying its position as a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd. (source: wikipedia.org). Furthermore, they reported significant revenue growth in fiscal year 2023, contributing to Hitachi Ltd.'s Green Energy & Mobility segment revenues (source: hitachi.com).
Working There
Hitachi Energy offers a diverse range of roles across engineering, skilled manufacturing, administrative positions, and research, with a strong emphasis on hiring due to recent expansions (source: hitachienergy.com). The company has added over 8,000 employees globally between 2020 and 2023, with significant growth in the U.S. and Canada (source: hitachienergy.com). Office locations include Reynosa, Mexico; South Boston and Mount Pleasant, USA; Varennes, Quebec City, Montreal, Canada; Zurich, Switzerland; and Ludvika, Sweden (source: hitachienergy.com). The company culture promotes innovation, co-creation with customers, and a commitment to energy transition, as highlighted by CEO Claudio Facchin (source: hitachienergy.com).
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