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

Hitachi, Ltd.; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Zurich offers an opportunity for a Project Manager Structural Engineering to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams across the lifecycle of structural projects, from sales support to on-site installation.

You will drive technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders, manage interfaces between GIS and structural engineering, and oversee suppliers and partners in Brno, Chennai, and beyond. Fluency in English is required; German is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in technical project management within civil engineering; steel structures, industrial plants, substations, or energy infrastructure.
• Experience with GIS projects or substation engineering is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (2D and 3D AutoCAD); BIM software such as Tekla Structures is beneficial.
• Understanding of structural design standards and building codes (Eurocodes, AISC, EN 1090); experience with SCIA Engineer or STAAD.Pro is a plus.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is advantageous.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to collaborate in international cross-functional teams.
• Professional proficiency in English; German or additional languages are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage structural engineering projects throughout the lifecycle, from sales support and design to fabrication and on-site installation.
• Take technical and commercial responsibility for project execution, ensuring compliance with standards, timelines, costs, and quality targets.
• Collaborate with sales, project management, engineering teams, and customers to define project requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Act as the interface between GIS project engineering and structural engineering, ensuring smooth coordination across disciplines.
• Lead and coordinate engineering activities with teams in Brno, Chennai, and external partners.
• Initiate and oversee supply chain activities related to procurement and fabrication of steel structures and platforms.
• Ensure high-quality project delivery by reviewing engineering deliverables, resolving issues, and supporting factories and site teams.
• Drive continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned and implementing sustainable solutions.

Skills

Project management

Communication

International collaboration

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Tekla Structures

SCIA Engineer

STAAD.Pro

SAP/ERP

Job description

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy's High Voltage Products business is a global leader in power transmission and distribution. At our Zurich-Oerlikon site, we develop and manufacture gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) that helps deliver reliable electrical energy worldwide.

We are looking for a Project Manager Structural Engineering to join our team. In this role, you will manage technical engineering projects in close collaboration with our project team in the Czech Republic, support projects throughout their lifecycle, and lead technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.

You bring a degree in Civil Engineering and several years of experience in structural engineering, steel construction, or a related field. You enjoy working in an international environment, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and driving projects forward with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

If you're excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't perfectly match every requirement.

How you’ll make an impact

• Manage structural engineering projects throughout the entire lifecycle, from sales support and design to fabrication and on‑site installation
• Take technical and commercial responsibility for project execution, ensuring compliance with standards, timelines, costs, and quality targets
• Collaborate closely with sales, project management, engineering teams, and customers to define project requirements and deliver effective solutions
• Act as the interface between GIS project engineering and structural engineering, ensuring smooth coordination across disciplines
• Lead and coordinate engineering activities with teams in Brno (Czech Republic), Chennai (India), and external partners
• Initiate and oversee supply chain activities related to the procurement and fabrication of steel structures and platforms
• Ensure high-quality project delivery by reviewing engineering deliverables, resolving technical and quality issues, and supporting factories and site teams
• Drive continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned, supporting root cause analysis, and implementing sustainable solutions to enhance future project execution

Your background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in technical project management within civil engineering, ideally in steel structures, industrial plants, substations, or energy infrastructure
• Experience with GIS projects or substation engineering is a strong advantage
• Proficiency in CAD tools (2D and 3D AutoCAD); experience with BIM software such as Tekla Structures is beneficial
• Understanding of structural design standards and building codes (e.g., Eurocodes, AISC, EN 1090); experience with structural analysis software such as SCIA Engineer or STAAD.Pro is a plus
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems is advantageous
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in international and cross‑functional teams
• Professional proficiency in English; German or additional languages are considered an advantage

More about us

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