Senior Project Engineer - Jundiaí (SP)

Siemens Energy; Jundiaí; On-site; BRL 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Brazil is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to own the successful execution of large power transformer projects. You will coordinate between customers, engineering, manufacturing, planning, logistics, procurement, field services and leadership to deliver on schedule, budget and performance objectives.

You will navigate complexity with an ownership mindset, influence stakeholders and drive continuous improvement across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related field) preferred.
• Experience managing high-complexity make-to-order industrial projects.
• Proven customer-facing project management experience.
• Advanced English in business/technical settings.
• Willingness to travel internationally (~15%).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of large-scale power transformer projects.
• Use data and analytics to inform portfolio and project decisions.
• Build relationships with international and domestic customers; tailor communication.
• Ensure contractual milestones, delivery commitments, and financial targets are met.
• Manage scope changes, claims, change orders, and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to remove roadblocks and improve processes.

Skills

Advanced English

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership by influence

Data analytics

Travel availability

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Tools

Power BI

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will be the primary business owner for the successful execution of power transformer projects, ensuring contractual commitments, financial performance, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence throughout the project lifecycle.

You will serve as the central interface between customers, engineering, manufacturing, planning, logistics, procurement, field services, and executive leadership, driving alignment and ensuring successful project delivery.

This role goes far beyond schedule tracking. We are looking for someone who can navigate complexity, influence stakeholders, solve problems creatively, and lead projects with an ownership mindset.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead the end-to-end execution of large-scale power transformer projects. Act as the primary advocate for project success, driving accountability and follow-through across the organization.
• Utilize data and analytics to support smarter portfolio and project management decisions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with international and domestic customers. Establish project communication strategies tailored to stakeholder needs and influence.
• Ensure contractual milestones, delivery commitments, and financial targets are achieved.
• Manage scope changes, claims, change orders, and commercial negotiations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and remove roadblocks. Promote continuous improvement by influencing teams and helping evolve business processes.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferred) or Business Administration.
• Experience managing high complexity make-to-order industrial projects.
• Proven customer-facing project management experience.
• Advanced English skills with the ability to communicate confidently in a business and technical environment.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence in a matrix organization.
• Availability for occasional domestic and international travel (approximately 15%).
• Experience in the Power Transmission, Energy, or Heavy Industrial sectors.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, IPMA, or equivalent Project Management certification.
• Knowledge of power transformers and associated technologies.
• Experience managing contractual claims and change orders.
• Familiarity with Power BI and data analytics tools.
• Experience with USA market.

About The Team

The Power Transformers Project Management team is directly responsible for the successful execution and financial performance of customer contracts. We define customer engagement strategies, coordinate project delivery, and support the successful installation and commissioning of equipment in the field.

As our business continues to expand globally, particularly within the U.S. market, we are seeking professionals who are excited about helping shape the future of our operations and influencing how we scale to meet increasing demand.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards/Benefits

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Profit Sharing Program
• Private Pension
• Parental Leave

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