Senior Program Manager

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead multiple data center programs for North America’s critical accounts. You will drive program execution across global teams, manage schedules, budgets, and resources, and ensure delivery on time, within scope and quality.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering, at least five years of program management, strong leadership and stakeholder management, and experience with SAP, MS Project, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Minimum 5 years of project or program management experience.
• Experience leading teams and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with SAP, Microsoft Project, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple data center programs across a global manufacturing network.
• Serve as the primary contact for strategic customer relationships.
• Develop and manage program schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure success.
• Monitor progress and provide status updates.
• Identify risks and mitigation plans.
• Drive issue resolution and ensure completion.
• Apply contract and claim management best practices.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

We are looking to identify talent for multiple Program Management opportunities within our Data Center and Strategic Accounts business, to include:

Sr Program Manager - Colocation Companies

Are you ready to lead programs that help shape the future of energy and digital infrastructure? Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Program Manager to drive the successful execution of strategically important projects supporting some of North America's most critical data center customers.

In this highly visible role, you will oversee a portfolio of complex, interconnected projects spanning multiple manufacturing sites, global teams, and key stakeholder groups. You will serve as the bridge between customer expectations and operational execution, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and performance. Working at the intersection of transformer technology, digitalization, and sustainability, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the world's accelerating demand for reliable and efficient energy solutions.

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

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional who enjoys collaborating across functions, building trusted customer relationships, and navigating complex challenges with confidence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes, we invite you to join a team committed to powering a more sustainable future.

How you'll make an impact

Lead multiple data center programs across a global manufacturing network.

Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic customer relationships.

Develop and manage program schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables.

Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure project success.

Monitor performance, communicate progress, and provide transparent status updates.

Identify risks and opportunities while implementing effective mitigation plans.

Drive issue resolution and ensure smooth project execution through completion.

Apply contract and claim management best practices to support business objectives.

Your background

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered.

Minimum 5 years of project management or program management experience.

Demonstrated experience leading teams and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Strong communication, relationship‑building, and stakeholder management skills.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and fast-changing environment.

Experience with project management and business tools such as SAP, Microsoft Project, and Excel.

More about us

Join a global technology leader advancing sustainable energy solutions and innovative transformer technologies.

Grow your career through continuous learning, international collaboration, and leadership development opportunities.

Be part of an inclusive, values‑driven culture that prioritizes safety, integrity, innovation, and long‑term success.

Location Remote - North Carolina, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement Remote

Experience Experienced

Job function Project | Program Management

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-09-01

Reference number R0136213

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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