Project Manager

Sécheron SA; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / dental / vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Technically challenging

Job summary

Sécheron Hasler Group seeks a Project Manager for North American traction power substations, based in Washington DC. You will manage all project phases, coordinate cross-functional teams across Europe, and ensure contract compliance with scope, cost, and schedule.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in electrical project management or 5+ years in a related traction power role, with PMP or equivalent PM training preferred.

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical engineering degree required, or 10+ years traction power experience in lieu of degree.
• PMP certification or PM training is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years as Project Manager/Engineer in electrical field or 5 years as Project Coordinator in traction power.
• USA citizen with valid US passport within 15 days of hire.
• Willingness to travel 25% (2-3 trips to Europe per year).
• Reports to the Washington DC office; experience with railway or traction power is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of North American traction power substation projects.
• Organize Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Controlling, and Close-out with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure contract scope, cost, schedule, quality, and performance as defined with customers.
• Coordinate design, submittals, approvals, production, and logistics with suppliers/subcontractors.
• Maintain ongoing, transparent communication with the client throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop strong internal relationships and drive collaborative problem solving.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering degree

PMP certification

Job description

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Project Manager

With over 140 years of Swiss engineering heritage, Sécheron Hasler Group is a global leader in high-power electrical and electronic equipment. Our solutions power railways, renewable energy, DC and AC networks, and industrial systems worldwide trusted for their precision, reliability, and innovation.

At the heart of modern rail infrastructure, our Traction Power Systems unit delivers cutting-edge DC and AC traction substations, protection systems, power conversion and digital monitoring solutions. Join us to shape the future of sustainable mobility with technology that keeps cities and countries moving. For the expansion of our team, we are seeking to hire inWashington DC a dynamic and motivatedProject Manager. This is an onsite position in DC with 20 miles of downtown.

Main Tasks

• Responsible for all phases of North American customer projects for traction power substation activities;
• Organize and manage all tasks related to project Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Controlling, and Close out including cross-functional team collaboration with manufacturing facilities located in Europe;
• Ensure scope of material and services are delivered in accordance with the customer contract (scope, cost, schedule, quality, product performance, etc.);
• Proactive coordination and facilitation of design, submittals, approvals, production, and delivery logistics with suppliers and subcontractors;
• Maintain the highest standard of self-discipline regarding accountability and constant communication with your client throughout the project lifecycle (design, submittals, approvals, productions, deliveries, tests & commissioning, warranty period);
• Develop strong working relationships with your internal team members. Be open, flexible, communicative, and collaborative while proactively working towards solutions to complex situations in a team environment.

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering degree (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering degree; will consider extensive, proven experience of 10 years or more in traction power setting in lieu of a 4-year degree;
• Traction Power industry, electrical substation, or electrical equipment manufacturing experience is a plus;
• PMP certification (preferred) or formal project management training from an accredited institution is a plus;
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience as a Project Manager or Project Engineer in the electrical field (e.g., power distribution, renewable energy, electrical equipment, electrical machinery, railway systems, or traction power), or alternatively, at least 5 years of experience as a Project Coordinator or Electrical/Mechanical Designer in a traction power environment;
• Railway or traction power experience a plus;
• Excellent communication and commercial skills;
• Ability to be a team leader as well as a team player;
• Strong organizational and computer skills; detail oriented;
• Self-starter capable of working independently and on a team;
• Contract management; contract language, terms, conditions, legal understandings as they apply to contract execution;
• Must understand the intricacies and sense of urgency in the shop drawing submittal process;
• Must be a USA citizen that does not require any sponsorship to remain in the USA permanently;
• Must have a valid US Passport with 15 days of hiring date;
• 25% travel required including 2-3 trips to Europe each year;
• Reports to the Washington DC office;
• Initial training (mandatory) will include 2–4-week trip to Europe.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $90,000 – $125,000 annually. The salary range provided in this job posting reflects the base compensation for this position, which is based in Washington DC. Actual compensation may vary depending on factors such as work location, relevant experience, education, and skill level. This range represents the company’s good faith estimate of what the successful candidate might expect to earn at the time of posting. Additional forms of compensation, including bonuses, benefits, or other incentives, may also be available as part of the overall compensation package.

We fosterflat hierarchiesanddirect communication, enabling quick decisions and strong collaboration across all levels. You’ll be trusted with real responsibility and encouraged to take initiative, with plenty of opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.

• International stable and growing group with strong foundations.
• Company which is in all markets among the top 3 market players.
• Top notch innovative and resilient products.
• Global impact and management of globally spread professionals.
• Medical / dental / vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Technically challenging.