Project Manager Primary Engineering 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0100012

Date Posted:

2025-08-05

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Project Manager Primary Engineering to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the technical planning and execution of gas-insulated switchgear projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.

How you will make an impact

• Technical detailing of the high voltage part of gas-insulated switchgear in customer projects, including preparation of all documents for order, fabrication, assembly and customers
  
• Discussion of technical solutions with customers and internal stakeholders
  
• Planning and managing an engineering part in customer projects, including costs, deadlines and scope of delivery
  
• Ordering of material including configuration of the material
  
• Management of technical communication channels internally as well as externally
  
• Detailed elaboration of quality cases and improvement processes
  
• Technical support of the project until completion of on-site assembly
  
• Occasional travel to customer meetings or site visits
  

Your background

• Bachelor�s degree or Master�s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  
• 2-5 years of relevant work experience in project engineering, ideally with gas-insulated switchgear or in a similar field in high-voltage
  
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. Creo, AutoCAD) and other engineering tools
  
• Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office applications
  
• Ability to assist in developing project schedules and tracking progress
  
• Familiar with supporting various project phases, including production, transportation, installation, and testing
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and escalate issues
  
• Experience in coordinating resources, including materials and equipment
  
• Ability to work effectively within an international team environment and collaborate with other departments
  
• Fluent in English; proficiency in other languages (e.g. German, Spanish or French) is a plus
  

More about us

Our flexible work practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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