Job Overview
Job description
- Location:
- Smithton, PA
- Work arrangement:
- On-site
Role Summary
Join Hitachi Energy, a global leader driving innovation in sustainable energy solutions, and take on a role where your expertise shapes the future of the power grid. As a Project Manager - Grid Components, you will lead complex, high-impact initiatives within the Grid Components Business Unit, playing a central role in delivering projects that support reliable and efficient energy systems.
In this position, you will thrive at the intersection of technical delivery and collaboration, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You will take ownership of the full project lifecycle-from quote handoff through closeout-while acting as the primary connection between customers and project teams.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop leadership capabilities, strengthen project management expertise, and contribute to innovative solutions that advance the global energy transition. If you are energized by solving complex challenges and making a meaningful impact, this role offers the platform to grow and succeed in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Lead multiple complex projects with defined goals, timelines, and outcomes
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and manage escalations
- Build and maintain strong partnerships across internal and external teams
- Plan and manage scope, budgets, resources, and schedules
- Oversee documentation related to scope, financials, and risk management
- Manage project financials, including invoicing, cost control, and cash flow
- Monitor progress to ensure quality, safety, and compliance standards
- Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and share learnings
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of relevant project management experience
- Strong knowledge of project management best practices and tools (e.g., MS Project)
- Proven experience managing customer relationships and contracts
- PMP certification preferred and willingness to travel up to 30%
- Strong communication and presentation skills in English
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
- Paid Time Off - Flexible PTO and paid holidays
- Professional Growth - Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
- Family Support - Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits
More About Us
- At Hitachi Energy, you'll join a global team dedicated to advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We value innovation, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
- We invest in our people through meaningful development opportunities, career growth, and learning programs that empower individuals to reach their full potential.
- Be part of an organization where your ideas, expertise, and contributions help create technologies that power communities around the world.
Background Screening and Security Checks
As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.
For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.
The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.
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About the Company
More About Us
We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.
Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:
You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.
Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully
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Competitive salary and incentives
Well-being and care
Paid and unpaid leave
Flexible work options
Benefits that support your financial security
- Role:
- Project Manager- Grid Components
- Job Type:
- Senior Level | Project Management
Company profile
Hitachi Energy
hitachienergy.comHitachi Energy works on the global energy system, aiming to make electricity more sustainable, secure, resilient and affordable and more accessible to all. Its technologies support the expansion and transition of power systems and grids, including HVDC transmission. The company is part of Hitachi Ltd. and traces its heritage to the engineering companies ASEA and Brown Boveri, through its predecessor company ABB. Hitachi Energy is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
- Headquarters
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Founded
- 2018
- Funding Stage
- Subsidiary
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