Project Manager - Transformers

Hitachi, Ltd.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impactful projects

Global organization exposure

Collaborative environment

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Malaysia is seeking a Project Manager to lead the successful execution of transformer projects from order handover through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in line with contractual, quality, and safety requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring transformer industry experience and strong project management capabilities, stakeholder management skills, and commercial awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience within power/electrical/energy sectors.
• Transformer experience strongly preferred (power transformers, distribution transformers, or services).
• Experience with SAP or ERP platforms is advantageous and helpful for project control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of transformer projects from initiation to completion.
• Manage scope, schedules, budgets, milestones, risks and deliverables.
• Act as primary customer interface for all project activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, quality and site.
• Monitor financial performance including cost control, invoicing and profitability.
• Identify risks, plan mitigation and resolve issues proactively.
• Manage contractual obligations, variations and change orders.
• Ensure compliance with Hitachi Energy policies, governance, quality and HSE.
• Provide regular updates and reporting to customers and management.
• Foster relationships with stakeholders and support process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Multi-priority handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP/ERP

Job description

At Hitachi Energy, we are looking for a Project Manager to lead the successful execution of transformer projects across Malaysia. This role will be responsible for managing projects from order handover through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual, quality, and safety requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring experience from the transformer industry and possess strong project management capabilities, stakeholder management skills, and commercial awareness. You will work closely with customers, factories, engineering teams, suppliers, and internal business partners to drive project success and customer satisfaction.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead the execution of transformer projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, milestones, risks, and deliverables.
• Act as the primary customer interface for all project-related activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, quality, and site teams.
• Monitor project financial performance, including cost control, revenue recognition, cash flow, invoicing, and profitability.
• Drive proactive risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution.
• Manage contractual obligations, variations, claims, and change orders.
• Ensure compliance with Hitachi Energy policies, project governance, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
• Provide regular project updates and reporting to customers and management.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders and support continuous process improvement initiatives.

Your Background

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience within the power, electrical, energy, or industrial sectors.
• Experience in transformers is strongly preferred, including power transformers, distribution transformers, transformer manufacturing, transformer services, or related projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing customer-facing projects from initiation through completion.
• Strong understanding of project planning, cost control, budgeting, and risk management.
• Experience using SAP or other ERP platforms is an advantage.
• Knowledge of contractual and commercial aspects of project execution.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates with experience from the following industries will be viewed favourably:

• Power Transformer Manufacturing
• Distribution Transformer Manufacturing
• Transformer Services
• Power Transmission & Distribution
• Substation Projects
• Electrical Equipment Manufacturing
• EPC / Energy Infrastructure Projects

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful power infrastructure projects that support the energy transition.
• Exposure to a global organization with strong career development opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.