Project Manager- Grid Components

About the role

Join Hitachi Energy, a global leader driving innovation in sustainable energy solutions, and take on a role where your expertise shapes the future of the power grid. As a Project Manager within the Grid Components Business Unit, you will lead complex, high-impact initiatives that support reliable and efficient energy systems. You will thrive at the intersection of technical delivery and collaboration, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. This role offers the opportunity to develop leadership capabilities, strengthen project management expertise, and contribute to innovative solutions advancing the global energy transition.

You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex projects with defined goals, timelines, and outcomes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and manage escalations.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships across internal and external teams.
• Plan and manage scope, budgets, resources, and schedules.
• Oversee documentation related to scope, financials, and risk management.
• Manage project financials, including invoicing, cost control, and cash flow.
• Monitor progress to ensure quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and share learnings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of project management best practices and tools (e.g., MS Project).
• Proven experience managing customer relationships and contracts.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions.
• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays.
• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs.
• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits.

About Us

At Hitachi Energy, you'll join a global team dedicated to advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We value innovation, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement. We invest in our people through meaningful development opportunities, career growth, and learning programs that empower individuals to reach their full potential. Be part of an organization where your ideas, expertise, and contributions help create technologies that power communities around the world.

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required.