Project Manager Engineering 80 – 100% (f/m/d)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Turgi; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Switzerland seeks a motivated Project Manager Engineering or Lead Engineer to lead planning, execution and delivery of engineering projects, ensuring scope, timelines and budgets are met.

Required master’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, 5+ years in project execution, and strong leadership and communication skills. English fluency is essential; German is a plus. This full-time role offers a dynamic environment and opportunities across engineering teams.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of project execution experience in an engineering environment.
• Experience with power systems and converter systems is a plus.
• PMP or equivalent certification is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English is required; German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects in Engineering within defined timelines and budgets.
• Lead the technical solution development during sales and tender phase for Engineering.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in close collaboration with stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth project execution.
• Communicate project plans, progress, and expectations clearly and proactively.
• Assess resource requirements and ensure effective allocation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track engineering project milestones, timelines, and deliverables using appropriate tools.
• Identify technical risks early, manage changes in scope, and implement suitable mitigation measures.
• Lead, coach, and motivate project team members, fostering accountability and high performance.
• Conduct project reviews and capture key learnings, deriving actionable recommendations for future improvements

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

English fluency

German language

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Turgi, Aargau, Switzerland

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description: The opportunity We are looking for a motivated and experienced Project Manager Engineering or Lead Engineer to join our team.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of projects in Engineering within defined timelines and budgets
• Lead the technical solution development during sales and tender phase for Engineering.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in close collaboration with stakeholders
• Coordinate internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth project execution
• Communicate project plans, progress, and expectations clearly and proactively
• Assess resource requirements and ensure effective allocation throughout the project lifecycle
• Track engineering project milestones, timelines, and deliverables using appropriate tools
• Identify technical risks early, manage changes in scope, and implement suitable mitigation measures
• Lead, coach, and motivate project team members, fostering accountability and high performance
• Conduct project reviews and capture key learnings, deriving actionable recommendations for future improvements

Your background

• Master’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project execution within an engineering environment
• Experience with power systems and converter systems is a plus
• Proven track record in managing complex engineering projects
• PMP or equivalent certification is an advantage
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Fluency in English is required; German is a plus

More about us

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