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Hitachi Energy

Global electrical transmission and grid modernization

Technical Project Management

Program ManagementUpdated on Nov 11
Full-timeHefei, Anhui, ChinaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Master of Science or PhD in Engineering.
  • More than 2 years of project management experience, either in research and development projects or other types of projects.
  • Knowledge and experience with project management tools, including the gate model.
  • Fluent spoken and written English.
  • Commitment to safe work practices and following relevant workplace safety guidelines.
  • Experience working in international teams and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage complex projects, coordinating multi-location and cross-functional project teams and motivating and monitoring internal or external resources to complete tasks and milestones.
  • Manage project or program cost, schedule, and performance objectives; manage interdependencies between projects to realize specified benefits; and ensure appropriate program requirements in partnership with relevant business units or customers.
  • Understand stakeholder requirements and fulfill stakeholder expectations.
  • Apply appropriate project management processes and methodologies during execution; organize monitoring and control activities to achieve planned stage gates and use resources efficiently; monitor and control program costs and financials; and report to and take direction from the steering committee.
  • Ensure change requests, unforeseen events, and identified risks are transparent and properly managed and communicated, and ensure opportunities are captured and acted upon.
  • Support research and development Project Managers and share lessons learned.
  • Serve as the key stakeholder contact and escalation point for program and project issues, and communicate information to stakeholders in a timely way to achieve understanding and support.
  • Lead in partnership with business managers, steering committees, product management, internal functions, and external parties, and coordinate activities with product and business management.
  • Initiate the development and implementation of project management requirements, processes, methods, techniques, tools, handbooks, and guidelines.
  • Develop, manage, and expand relationships with stakeholders, internal functions, Corporate Research Centers, and external parties such as customers and universities, and propose possible partnerships.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Take responsibility for personal actions while upholding safety and integrity and caring for colleagues and the business.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with transformers and product development.
  • A collaborative, problem-solving, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
  • A high level of self-motivation.

About the Company

Hitachi Energy

Global electrical transmission and grid modernization

Hitachi Energy provides systems and solutions for transmitting and distributing electricity. It sells and implements equipment such as transformers, high‑voltage gear, and grid automation tools that help move power from generation sites to homes and businesses. Its offerings include hardware and software that monitor, control, and optimize electrical grids, with AI, data analytics, and automation to improve efficiency and reliability. The company differentiates itself by combining its global engineering footprint with advanced digital technologies and a broad portfolio that covers transmission, distribution, and grid optimization, backed by a presence in more than 140 countries and a workforce of over 40,000. Its goal is to support a cleaner, more flexible, and carbon‑neutral energy future by modernizing infrastructure and integrating renewable energy sources.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$22M
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Founded
1900

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