Project Manager Engineering, Large Project Office

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension plan

Life insurance

Flexible working

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hitachi Energy UK Limited is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead technical design, tendering, and execution of high-value substation projects in Europe. The role spans offshore and onshore work with multi-country teams and requires strong leadership and engineering excellence.

UK/IRE remote-based with up to ~20% travel. A degree in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years in power systems, plus proven technical leadership on large tenders, are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• Requires degree in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years in power systems engineering (HV/MV).
• Experience leading large-scale tenders or projects and coordinating multi-country teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical support for tendering and execution phases of customer projects.
• Develop HV/MV/LV power supply system architecture and perform sizing calculations.
• Serve as technical lead for engineering design across multi-country units and teams.
• Coordinate with sales, tender management, project management, and site teams.
• Prepare procurement specifications and coordinate with Supply Chain for materials and services.
• Identify and manage technical risks and opportunities throughout projects.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Engineering design

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

BIM

Job description

Job Information

Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Job ID: R0129751

Date Posted: 2026-09-16

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: Yes

Job Description

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility. The Large Project Office (LPO) require an experienced Engineering Project Manager to support the tendering & execution of complex, high-value substation projects (offshore & onshore) exceeding $100m. These projects involve collaboration across multiple business units and countries, requiring strong technical leadership, structured coordination, and a passion for delivering high-quality engineering outcomes. You will play a central role in defining technical scope, preparing engineering deliverables, leading design teams, and ensuring robust, safe, and optimized solutions that support successful bids and project execution.

Location: UK or Ireland, (remote-based). Travel: European travel required, typically up to 20%, depending on project and business needs.

How you'll make an impact

Technical Leadership & Support

Lead technical support for tendering and execution phases of customer projects. Develop HV/MV/LV power supply system architecture and perform associated sizing calculations. Serve as technical lead for engineering design across multi-country units and business teams. Participates in project review meetings and technical assessments. Ensure all technical documents, drawings, and deliverables meet quality, clarity, accuracy and compliance to standards / specifications.

Engineering Project Management

Lead all engineering activities for the assigned tender or project. Prepare work plans, scope descriptions, division of works, battery limits, interface matrices, and cost estimates for engineering packages. Coordinate effectively with internal and external partners, suppliers, and subcontractors.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with sales, tender management, project management, site installation and commissioning teams. Lead customer discussions on technical and techno-commercial topics. Support customer approvals / acceptance phases and ensure clear communication and alignment across teams.

Procurement Coordination

Prepare technical specifications, review supplier offers, and coordinate with Supply Chain Management for procurement of materials, equipment and services.

Risk and Opportunity Management

Identify, assess & manage potential technical risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle. Conduct Safety Observation tours and support HSE compliance.

Your Background

Degree in Electrical Engineering. Minimum 10 years of experience in power systems engineering, in HV & MV utility or industrial Voltage substations, with offshore experience. Demonstrated experience acting as Technical Lead on large-scale tenders or projects. Strong Knowledge of engineering techniques, processes and tools, BIM methodologies. Effective collaborator in multicultural and cross-functional environments. Proactive, result-oriented, capable of performing under pressure. Individual with excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, reliability and ability Strong communicator with the ability to work across diverse internal and external stakeholders.

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together. Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:

• Generous annual leave plus public holidays
• Generous bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension plan with competitive employer contributions
• Private healthcare for our employees
• Health screening program and Dental Plan
• Maternity, paternity, parental leave
• Critical illness plan, Life insurance and income protection
• Fitness & health benefits (access to gyms, studios, on-demand exercise classes and library of wellness apps)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Performance-based rewards and recognition
• #LI-AR3

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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Our Culture

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues.

Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.

Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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