Project Manager Engineering (PME), Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the power generation, transmission and distribution, industry, transportation and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

Would you be our new Project Manager Engineering?

We are currently searching for a Project Manager Engineering (PME) to join our team at Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration unit in Vaasa. Our unit specializes in designing and delivering substation projects for distribution and transmission networks.

As a Project Manager Engineering, you will be responsible for overseeing a wide range of technical aspects within projects. Each project presents unique challenges, ensuring that your role will be both diverse and multifaceted. You will oversee system design, primary and secondary design, as well as construction design, guiding projects from initial planning to final implementation.

You will work closely with project teams and subcontractors to develop complete substation designs. Your responsibilities will include actively contributing to the development of tenders and project planning. You'll be responsible for preparing, updating, supporting, and monitoring the progress of project planning activities. Additionally, you'll be tasked with preparing work plans and cost estimates, conducting technical risk analyses, and ensuring that all technical aspects are in line with specifications and local regulations.

This position is fulltime and permanent and even though your team is located in Vaasa, you can work from any of our offices with hybrid working model. This role offers the opportunity to participate in international projects, requiring approximately 10% travel, both domestically and internationally.

What are we looking for?

Your background should include a bachelor's degree in electrical or automation engineering, coupled with experience in a similar role in either project management or technical design. Knowledge of substation design principles will be considered as an advantage. Proficiency in spoken and written Finnish and English is required.

Your ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders will be vital for successful collaboration and problem-solving. We are looking for an individual who is self-guided, systematic, analytical, organized, and accurate in their way of working. As Project Manager you should also have strong coordination skills, along with excellent interpersonal skills, as you will work independently and as a leader of a small team, interacting effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and skillsets.

Why us?

We offer you an exciting career opportunity in a large international company with a vision. At Hitachi Energy, we provide more than just a job; we offer a fulfilling work experience enriched with a range of employee benefits. Our comprehensive package includes a company bike program, occupational health services and Edenred benefits. We recognize and reward your dedication and contributions through our performance-based bonus system.

Have we got your interest?

If you are interested, we want to hear from you as soon as possible! Please submit your application via the link by 24.4.2024. We will be looking to start the interviews already during the application period. This is a permanent position, where you will be employed by Hitachi Energy.

The recruitment process is carried out in cooperation with Biisoni. For more information on the position, please contact Sanna Uurinmäki, Senior Recruitment Consultant, e-mail: sanna.uurinmaki@biisoni.fi.