Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0115599Date Posted:2026-01-07Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Project/Program ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity Do you want to have a global impact with your work? Do you enjoy leading an international project team, being strategic and doing project planning, risk analysis? Do you like to be hands-on too? We might have the perfect opportunity for you!   We are in the High Voltage Product group within Hitachi Energy, a leading specialist for power distribution and transmission. In our unit, the Gas Insulated Switchgears (GIS) – based in Zürich-Oerlikon, development and production of different GIS products are managed globally. We ensure high reliability of our systems by using state-of-the-art development tools and methods.     We are looking for someone to strengthen our GIS Project Manager team here in Zürich-Oerlikon. You will become part of a global team that operates from Switzerland, India and USA with very diverse backgrounds and experience as well. The position offers a lot of personal and professional development opportunities with flexible work possibilities – home office within Switzerland along with international customer exposure. You will represent Hitachi Energy towards our customers and manage GIS projects end to end.     Does this sound exciting? Contact us!  How you’ll make an impact <ul><li>Lead complex projects, managing all phases from sales handover to project closure </li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication </li><li>Serve as the primary contact for international customers, leading meetings and factory acceptance tests </li><li>Identify, assess, and manage project risks while pursuing opportunities </li><li>Monitor project progress, resources, and financials effectively </li><li>Handle change, claim, and risk management, and report financials to the controlling team </li><li>Contribute to process improvements and participate in strategic initiatives </li></ul>Your background <ul><li>Min. 5 years of experience as a Project Manager in an industrial environment  </li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective stakeholder engagement </li><li>Experience in leading customer meetings and presentations </li><li>Strong understanding of risk management, financial reporting, and budget control </li><li>Professional certifications are highly valuable </li><li>Fluent in German or French, English is mandatory  </li></ul>More about us Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.<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 GIS High Voltage 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location:Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0115599Date Posted:2026-01-07Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Project/Program ManagementJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity&nbsp;Do you want to have a global impact with your work? Do you enjoy leading an international project team, being strategic and doing project planning, risk analysis? Do you like to be hands-on too? We might have the perfect opportunity for you! &nbsp; We are in the High Voltage Product group within Hitachi Energy, a leading specialist for power distribution and transmission. In our unit, the Gas Insulated Switchgears (GIS) – based in Zürich-Oerlikon, development and production of different GIS products are managed globally. We ensure high reliability of our systems by using state-of-the-art development tools and methods. &nbsp; &nbsp; We are looking for someone to strengthen our GIS Project Manager team here in Zürich-Oerlikon. You will become part of a global team that operates from Switzerland, India and USA with very diverse backgrounds and experience as well. The position offers a lot of personal and professional development opportunities with flexible work possibilities – home office within Switzerland along with international customer exposure. You will represent Hitachi Energy towards our customers and manage GIS projects end to end. &nbsp; &nbsp; Does this sound exciting? Contact us! &nbsp;How you’ll make an impact&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead complex projects, managing all phases from sales handover to project closure&nbsp;</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication&nbsp;</li><li>Serve as the primary contact for international customers, leading meetings and factory acceptance tests&nbsp;</li><li>Identify, assess, and manage project risks while pursuing opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor project progress, resources, and financials effectively&nbsp;</li><li>Handle change, claim, and risk management, and report financials to the controlling team&nbsp;</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and participate in strategic initiatives&nbsp;</li></ul>Your background&nbsp;<ul><li>Min. 5 years of experience as a Project Manager in an industrial environment &nbsp;</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective stakeholder engagement&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in leading customer meetings and presentations&nbsp;</li><li>Strong understanding of risk management, financial reporting, and budget control&nbsp;</li><li>Professional certifications are highly valuable&nbsp;</li><li>Fluent in German or French, English is mandatory &nbsp;</li></ul>More about us&nbsp;Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.<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>

Project Manager GIS High Voltage 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

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