Project Manager (Transformers)

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Through our innovative and diverse Transformers team and pioneering technology, we transform energy to add social, environmental and economic value - enabling a sustainable energy future for today's generations and those to come. Hitachi Energy offers a complete range of power transformers, traction transformers, insulation and components, digital sensors and transformer services. Our transformers have a global sales network of about 100 countries spanning applications for power generation, transmission and distribution, metals and mining, oil and gas, commercial and infrastructure projects, and mobility. With increasing complexity in the grid, our transformers are also increasingly used for improving power quality and network management. We introduced our TXpert™ Ecosystem launching the next level for digitalization of transformers.

The ideal Project Manager role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously, collaborating across functions, and taking ownership of project execution from order handover through to project closure. Whether you are an experienced Project Manager or an early-career professional with strong potential and a willingness to learn, we would like to hear from you.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead the execution of assigned transformer projects, ensuring delivery in accordance with contractual requirements, schedule, budget, quality, and safety standards.
• Coordinate multiple projects concurrently, managing priorities and ensuring seamless execution across internal and external stakeholders.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle, building strong relationships and ensuring a positive customer experience.
• Drive project planning, monitoring, reporting, and risk management activities to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, commercial, service, and customer teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate key project milestones including documentation approvals, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), shipment planning, installation, testing, commissioning, and project close-out activities.
• Monitor project financial performance, invoicing milestones, customer payments, and revenue recognition plans.
• Identify potential project risks and proactively implement mitigation plans.
• Maintain clear communication with customers and internal stakeholders, providing regular project updates and escalating issues as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support a collaborative team environment.
• Live Hitachi Energy's values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for your colleagues, customers, and the business.

Your Background

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related engineering discipline preferred).
• Experience in project coordination, project management, order execution, operations, engineering, manufacturing, or customer-facing project environments.
• Experience managing multiple activities, stakeholders, or projects simultaneously would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Hands-on mindset with a willingness to take ownership and drive actions to completion.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Customer-focused with the ability to build strong working relationships.
• PMP certification or other project management certifications are advantageous but not mandatory.
• Experience with SAP, Microsoft Project, Power BI, or other project management tools would be beneficial.
• Prior experience in transformers, power systems, utilities, manufacturing, engineering, or industrial sectors is advantageous but not essential.
• Candidates with strong learning agility and a positive attitude are encouraged to apply.
• Mandarin language capability will be highly regarded due to the need to communicate and collaborate with Mandarin-speaking customers and stakeholders in the region.

More about us:

At Hitachi Energy, we believe in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We offer opportunities for growth and development, ensuring our team members can thrive and achieve their career goals. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and team work. We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits.

• Employer-sponsored medical plan (inc. dental care).

• Central Provident Fund (CPF).

• Group Term Life insurance, Group Personal Accident insurance, Group Business Travel insurance.

• Hospitalization Insurance.

• Leave programs (Annual leave, medical leave, Hospitalization leave, Exam leave etc.).

*Benefits are subject to the respective plan rules.

We can provide more information during the recruitment process.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.