Project Manager Site Service Generator Circuit Breaker 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

hitachi; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd in Zurich-Oerlikon is seeking a Project Manager Site Service GCB to coordinate on-site commissioning and maintenance activities worldwide. You will act as the primary contact for customers and work with field service teams to plan installations, track progress and ensure safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes process improvement, documentation, and achieving high customer satisfaction through precise execution and a strong service mindset.

Qualifications

• Completed technical apprenticeship or HF training; degree is a plus.
• Initial professional experience in project coordination or service.
• Interest in project management and customer-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support on-site commissioning and maintenance worldwide.
• Serve as primary contact for internal and external customers during projects.
• Collaborate with field service to plan installations, resources, and progress.
• Ensure health, safety, and quality standards; mitigate risks and support actions.
• Maintain project documentation and assist billing of services.

Skills

Project coordination

Service experience

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Technical apprenticeship

HF or equivalent qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID: R0137206

Date Posted: 2026-10-12

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy's High Voltage Products division develops and manufactures Generator Circuit Breaker (GCB) and Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS) systems in Zurich-Oerlikon, supporting reliable power transmission worldwide. Our global Service organization provides comprehensive lifecycle support, including commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, retrofits, and upgrades.

Your expertise matters: you ensure efficient project execution with confidence and precision. With a keen eye for detail and a strong service mindset, you play a key role in coordinating and planning our service activities.

As Project Manager Site Service GCB (f/m/d), you are responsible for the technical and timely execution of commissioning and maintenance activities. You contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes and help achieve high customer satisfaction and successful project outcomes.

How you'll make an impact

• Coordinate and support the execution of on-site commissioning and maintenance activities worldwide
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external customers throughout project execution
• Collaborate with field service personnel to plan installations and maintenance activities, coordinate resources, and track project progress, costs, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards, while proactively identifying and mitigating project risks and supporting corrective actions when needed
• Maintain project documentation, including technical records, test reports, and customer documentation, and support the billing of completed services

Your background

• Completed technical apprenticeship, vocational training, HF, or comparable qualification; a degree is beneficial but not required
• Initial professional experience in project coordination, service, installation, commissioning, engineering, or a related technical environment
• Interest in project management; project management training or certification is an advantage
• Experience with switchgear, power systems, field service, or industrial equipment is beneficial but not required
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Service-oriented mindset and strong communication skills when working with customers and colleagues from different cultural backgrounds
• Business fluent in English and good German skills
• Team player with a proactive and hands-on approach
• Good knowledge of MS Office; SAP experience is an advantage
• Interest in digital tools and using data to support daily business activities

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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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 det