The opportunity
Are you ready to lead innovation in high-voltage technologies that power the world sustainably? At Hitachi Energy, we’re advancing the future of energy with a strong focus on eco-efficient and high-performance oil- and gas-insulated instrument transformers. As an R&D Project Manager, you’ll drive the development of next-generation products that meet the evolving needs of the power industry.
How you\'ll make an impact
- Lead Specialized Innovation: Manage the full lifecycle of new product development for oil- and gas-insulated instrument transformers—from concept to market—ensuring excellence in cost, quality, and time-to-market.
- Drive Technical Collaboration: Coordinate international, cross-functional teams including R&D, engineering, testing, and manufacturing. Work closely with product managers and external partners to align on technical and commercial goals.
- Ensure Product Excellence: Apply structured development methodologies (e.g., Gate Model), ensure compliance with internal and external standards, and proactively manage technical risks.
- Support Testing & Validation: Oversee design validation and type testing activities, ensuring robust performance and reliability of high-voltage insulation systems.
- Communicate & Influence: Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, delivering clear and timely updates to ensure alignment and support.
- Capture & Share Knowledge: Document lessons learned and ensure knowledge transfer to operational teams and future projects.
Your background
- Master’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
- 2+ years of experience in technical project management, ideally in the electromechanical or high-voltage equipment industry
- Experience with oil- or gas-insulated high-voltage products, especially instrument transformers, is highly preferred
- Familiarity with structured product development processes and tools (e.g., CAD, FEM, PLM, ERP)
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Fluent in English, Italian and Polish are a plus
More about us
- Global Impact: Be part of a worldwide R&D network shaping the future of energy infrastructure.
- Technical Leadership: Lead projects that directly influence the reliability and sustainability of power systems.
- Innovation Culture: Collaborate with passionate experts in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.
- Career Growth: Work on high-visibility projects with opportunities to expand your skills and influence
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