Project Manager - Gas Insulated Switchgear

Hitachi, Ltd.; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth

Family Support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Mount Pleasant, PA, seeks a Project Manager for Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS). You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with global fabrication sites, and ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and financial targets while aligning with Hitachi Energy processes.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in engineering/high-voltage projects, strong English communication, and proficiency with MS Office and SAP. PMP is preferred; travel up to 30% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience managing engineering or high-voltage equipment projects; GIS experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.
• Demonstrated negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
• PMP certification preferred; ability to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams, define guidelines, and allocate tasks across functions.
• Provide constructive performance feedback for assigned team members.
• Develop project plans covering scope, financials, scheduling, and risk.
• Ensure project execution follows Hitachi Energy processes and best practices.
• Track progress and optimize resources to meet milestones.
• Coordinate product fabrication with internal partners and remote factories.
• Manage financials, including invoicing, cost control, and cash flow.
• Identify and act on project risks, opportunities, and lessons learned.

Skills

MS Office

SAP

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

GIS

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as a Project Manager - Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) in Mount Pleasant, PA, and play a key role in delivering complex, high-value engineering projects that support a more sustainable and reliable energy future. In this dynamic role, you will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate across global fabrication sites, and ensure every project meets customer expectations, contractual requirements, and financial targets.

You will have the opportunity to influence project strategy, strengthen operational performance, and contribute to innovations that help power communities around the world. If you enjoy guiding diverse teams, solving challenges with creativity, and overseeing technical projects that make a real impact, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while shaping industry-leading solutions.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead project teams, define guidelines, and allocate tasks across functions.

• Provide constructive performance feedback for assigned team members.

• Develop project plans covering scope, financials, scheduling, and risk.

• Ensure project execution follows Hitachi Energy processes and best practices.

• Track progress and optimize resources to meet milestones.

• Coordinate product fabrication with internal partners and remote factories.

• Manage financials, including invoicing, cost control, and cash flow.

• Identify and act on project risks, opportunities, and lessons learned.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field preferred.

• 4+ years of experience managing engineering or high-voltage equipment projects; GIS experience is a plus.

• Strong communication and presentation skills in English.

• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.

• Demonstrated negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.

• PMP certification preferred; ability to travel up to 30%.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans

• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions

• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays

• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs

• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

More About Us

• Hitachi Energy is committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and responsible engineering.

• Team members grow through hands-on project experience, global teamwork, and continuous learning opportunities.

• You’ll join a culture that values inclusion, career development, and meaningful work that creates impact worldwide.

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