Project Engineering Senior Professional 80 – 100% (f/m/d)

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0088152

Date Posted:

2025-04-30

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 Lead Engineer and Functional Lead 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. As the Functional Lead for extension projects, you will ensure successful execution of extension projects by the engineering team.

How you’ll make an impact

• Project planning and technical detailing of gas-insulated switchgear, including preparation of all necessary documents for order, fabrication, assembly and customers

• Discussion of technical solutions with customers and internal stakeholders

• Management of all technical communication channels internally as well as externally

• Project execution and ordering of required material including necessary configuration

• Responsibility for project costs, deadlines & scope of delivery

• Functional lead of one Project Lead Engineer in Switzerland and one Project Lead Engineer in our extended workbench with focus on extension projects

• Overall responsibility for the successful execution of extension projects within engineering, overseeing the process from technical handover through engineering, production, until project close-out

• 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

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in project engineering of gas-insulated switchgear

• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. Creo, AutoCAD) and other engineering tools

• Proven track record in managing engineering teams or functional management role with strong leadership and communication skills

• Experience in 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 working 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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