Project Director HVDC North America

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); Hybride; USD 180 000 - 240 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Global career opportunities

Training programs

Résumé du poste

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking an experienced Project Director for its HVDC global product group in Raleigh, NC.

The role leads multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects, guiding a high-performing, diverse team to deliver projects on time, within budget, and with a strong safety and quality focus. The executive position requires a proven track record in power transmission projects, excellent English, and the ability to manage complex contracts and stakeholders across a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master of Science in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
• Excellent fluency in written and spoken English.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale EPC/turnkey projects in power, energy, industrial, infrastructure or oil & gas sectors.
• Experience in power generation, transmission & distribution, or power conversion (HVDC, substations) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with client and subcontractor management.
• Understanding of risk assessments, method statements, and project methodologies (PMP/PMI certification a plus).
• Ability to analyze complex contracts and navigate local project regulations.
• Stress-resilience with flexibility and adaptability to unforeseen situations.

Responsabilités

• Lead the execution of multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Provide strong leadership for a large global team including project managers and specialists.
• Foster a culture of safety, health, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively manage risks, opportunities, and change with effective mitigation strategies.
• Own project P&L, including budget planning and execution.
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and business partners.

Connaissances

Leadership

EPC project delivery

P&L management

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Formation

Bachelor's or Master in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Description du poste

Do you thrive in multicultural, international, and complex environments managing multi-million-dollar projects? Are you an experienced leader with a passion for delivering cutting-edge technology solutions in the power sector?

We are looking for a Project Director for our HVDC global product group to spearhead the execution and timely delivery of largescale power transmission and distribution projects. This role offers you the chance to be at the forefront of advanced electrical transmission technology and build your career with a global leader in the power industry.

As a key member of our team, you will inspire and guide a high-performing global team of professionals, ensuring safety, quality, and project success. Join us and make a significant impact on the future of power delivery!

How you'll make an impact

• Lead the execution of multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects, ensuring on-time and on budget completion.
• Provide strong, supportive leadership for a large global and diverse team, including project managers and other specialists.
• Foster a culture of safety, prioritizing health and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively manage change, assess risks and opportunities, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Take full ownership of project P&L, leading budget planning and execution.
• Build strong relationships, effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and business partners.

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master of Science degree, preferably in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• Excellent fluency in written and spoken English.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale EPC/turnkey projects in power, energy, industrial, infrastructure or oil & gas sectors.
• Experience in power generation, transmission & distribution, or power conversion (HVDC, substations, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, effectively managing client relationships and subcontractor interactions.
• Understand risk assessments, method statements, and project methodologies (PMP/PMI certification a plus).
• Possess the ability to analyze complex contracts and navigate local project regulations.
• Stress-resilience and demonstrated flexibility, creativity, and ability to adapt to unforeseen situations.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Fantastic career opportunities across Hitachi group globally.
• Various trainings and education programs supporting employee professional development.

Location Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Hybrid

Experience Executive

Job function Project | Program Management

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-10-28

Reference number R0147534

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.

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