Product Manager for Medium Voltage Static Frequency Converters (f/m/d)

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Milano; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Well-being

Paid leave

Flexible work options

Financial security benefits

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Global Product Manager for SFC offerings in Italy to drive long‑term profitable growth. You will manage the portfolio through its life cycle, lead market intelligence, and define the roadmap in line with strategy and targets for industrial and railway applications.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in product marketing or management in tech, strong cross‑functional collaboration across time zones, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• Postgraduate qualification in Marketing, Strategy, or Business (e.g., MBA) preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in product marketing, product management, or product technology in a technology‑based organization.
• Proven ability to influence and work with cross‑functional and cross‑cultural teams across geographies and time zones.
• Solid knowledge of industrial hardware and software development.
• Familiarity with medium voltage market, customers, competition, and standards preferred.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of fluency in English.
• Ideal locations are Madrid or Milan. Other countries within Europe could be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire product life cycle for the portfolio, including hardware and software.
• Lead market intelligence analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive positioning.
• Define and maintain the portfolio roadmap, including new developments, enhancements, and phase‑outs.
• Prioritize and oversee product development in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Define value propositions per segment and channel to support effective marketing strategies and product launches.
• Continuously improve product management processes and tools such as configurators, training, and lifecycle management.
• Drive cross‑functional innovation initiatives and provide input to R&D for patents and intellectual property protection.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical skills

Decision making

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

MBA or marketing/strategy postgraduate

Job description

The opportunity

As part of a Global Product Management team, you will be accountable for the long‑term profitable growth and marketing of the SFC offering to target market segments, by developing and managing the portfolio through its life cycle phases, according to market needs, the business strategy and targets. The Hitachi Energy portfolio for medium voltage SFCs includes advanced solutions designed to efficiently convert electrical frequencies and voltages for a wide range of industrial and railway applications. These SFCs are engineered to ensure high reliability, flexibility, and seamless integration with existing grid infrastructure. The portfolio features modular converter platforms, advanced control systems, digital monitoring capabilities, and robust safety mechanisms, supporting sustainable operations and enabling the transition to greener energy systems.

The opportunity

As part of a Global Product Management team, you will be accountable for the long‑term profitable growth and marketing of the SFC offering to target market segments, by developing and managing the portfolio through its life cycle phases, according to market needs, the business strategy and targets. The Hitachi Energy portfolio for medium voltage SFCs includes advanced solutions designed to efficiently convert electrical frequencies and voltages for a wide range of industrial and railway applications. These SFCs are engineered to ensure high reliability, flexibility, and seamless integration with existing grid infrastructure. The portfolio features modular converter platforms, advanced control systems, digital monitoring capabilities, and robust safety mechanisms, supporting sustainable operations and enabling the transition to greener energy systems.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Manage the entire product life cycle for the portfolio, including hardware and software
• Lead market intelligence analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive positioning
• Define and maintain the portfolio roadmap, including new developments, enhancements, and phase‑outs
• Prioritize and oversee product development in collaboration with cross‑functional teams
• Define value propositions per segment and channel to support effective marketing strategies and product launches
• Continuously improve product management processes and tools such as configurators, training, and lifecycle management
• Drive cross‑functional innovation initiatives and provide input to R&D for patents and intellectual property protection

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar
• Postgraduate qualification in Marketing, Strategy, or Business (e.g., MBA) preferred
• 5–10 years of experience in product marketing, product management, or product technology in a technology‑based organization
• Proven ability to influence and work with cross‑functional and cross‑cultural teams across geographies and time zones
• Solid knowledge of industrial hardware and software development
• Familiarity with medium voltage market, customers, competition, and standards preferred
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of fluency in English
• Ideal locations are Madrid or Milan. Other countries within Europe could be considered.

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.

The minimum salary for this position in the location (Italy) specified:

• Starting from: 38,000 € gross annual salary
• Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico

The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.This role may be open in multiple locations. If the salary information listed is not applicable for your current home location, salary details relevant to your location will be discussed with you at a later stage.

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well‑being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.