Location:Rotterdam, South Holland, NetherlandsJob ID: R0101660Date Posted:2025-07-30Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY THE NETHERLANDS B.V.Profession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityHitachi Energy is seeking a Project Manager Engineering to join our Grid Integration business in Rotterdam. In this hands-on role, you will lead and coordinate all engineering activities across tenders and execution phases for high- and medium-voltage substation projects. You will translate customer requirements into robust technical solutions, manage scope, schedule, cost and risk for the engineering workstream, and act as the technical counterpart to our customers and supply partners. The preferred base is Rotterdam with hybrid working; occasional domestic and international travel is expected.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Lead end-to-end engineering activities for designated tenders and projects, ensuring scope, budget, schedule, quality, and HSE objectives are met.</li><li>Provide technical support during tendering: define scope, prepare BoQs for engineered items, and contribute to risk and opportunity reviews.</li><li>Serve as technical lead for substation solutions: develop system architectures, perform sizing and calculations, and ensure design compliance with standards and customer specifications.</li><li>Plan the engineering work: build work plans, estimates, and resource plans; monitor progress and implement corrective actions.</li><li>Coordinate across functions: collaborate closely with Sales &amp; Tendering, Project Management, Site Installation and Commissioning teams to secure seamless delivery.</li><li>Engage customers and stakeholders: lead technical meetings, resolve site queries, align on deliverables, and support customer acceptance.</li><li>Drive supplier engagement: prepare specifications, evaluate offers, and coordinate with Supply Chain Management for materials, equipment, and services.</li><li>Proactively manage risk and quality: conduct and support risk assessments, implement mitigation actions, and perform Safety Observation tours for HSE hazards.</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline).</li><li>Approximately 5+ years of experience in power systems engineering for utility/industrial HV and MV substations.</li><li>Proven track record planning and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering scope across tender and execution phases.</li><li>Strong knowledge of substation design techniques, processes, and tools; familiarity with BIM is an advantage.</li><li>Skilled communicator able to influence and collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders in a multicultural environment.</li><li>Language skills: English proficiency required.</li></ul>More about usWe pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.For this role in the Netherlands, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):<ul><li>Pension plan</li><li>Enhanced leave programs: 40 days PTO in the Netherlands with the possibility to buy or sell vacation days</li><li>Flexible working: 3 days remote, 2 days office (hybrid)</li><li>Bonus plan</li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

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Project Manager Engineering (English speaker)

Location:Rotterdam, South Holland, NetherlandsJob ID: R0101660Date Posted:2025-07-30Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY THE NETHERLANDS B.V.Profession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityHitachi Energy is seeking a Project Manager Engineering to join our Grid Integration business in Rotterdam. In this hands-on role, you will lead and coordinate all engineering activities across tenders and execution phases for high- and medium-voltage substation projects. You will translate customer requirements into robust technical solutions, manage scope, schedule, cost and risk for the engineering workstream, and act as the technical counterpart to our customers and supply partners. The preferred base is Rotterdam with hybrid working; occasional domestic and international travel is expected.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Lead end-to-end engineering activities for designated tenders and projects, ensuring scope, budget, schedule, quality, and HSE objectives are met.</li><li>Provide technical support during tendering: define scope, prepare BoQs for engineered items, and contribute to risk and opportunity reviews.</li><li>Serve as technical lead for substation solutions: develop system architectures, perform sizing and calculations, and ensure design compliance with standards and customer specifications.</li><li>Plan the engineering work: build work plans, estimates, and resource plans; monitor progress and implement corrective actions.</li><li>Coordinate across functions: collaborate closely with Sales &amp; Tendering, Project Management, Site Installation and Commissioning teams to secure seamless delivery.</li><li>Engage customers and stakeholders: lead technical meetings, resolve site queries, align on deliverables, and support customer acceptance.</li><li>Drive supplier engagement: prepare specifications, evaluate offers, and coordinate with Supply Chain Management for materials, equipment, and services.</li><li>Proactively manage risk and quality: conduct and support risk assessments, implement mitigation actions, and perform Safety Observation tours for HSE hazards.</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline).</li><li>Approximately 5+ years of experience in power systems engineering for utility/industrial HV and MV substations.</li><li>Proven track record planning and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering scope across tender and execution phases.</li><li>Strong knowledge of substation design techniques, processes, and tools; familiarity with BIM is an advantage.</li><li>Skilled communicator able to influence and collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders in a multicultural environment.</li><li>Language skills: English proficiency required.</li></ul>More about usWe pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.For this role in the Netherlands, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):<ul><li>Pension plan</li><li>Enhanced leave programs: 40 days PTO in the Netherlands with the possibility to buy or sell vacation days</li><li>Flexible working: 3 days remote, 2 days office (hybrid)</li><li>Bonus plan</li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

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