Project Planning & Control Engineer

Project Planning & Control Engineer at Hitachi Energy in Madrid, Spain.

Responsibilities

Ready to shape the future of energy?

At Hitachi Energy, we're building the ES Regional Office (ESOPC) in Madrid as part of our Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe (HBUEU). This is a chance to join a team that is driving innovation in power systems, making them more efficient, stable, and sustainable for generations to come.

As a Project Planning and Controls Specialist, you'll join a team driving excellence in power quality systems-mastering planning, scheduling, tendering, and execution. This role integrates cost control and resource optimization to ensure flawless project delivery.

How you'll make an impact

• Manage scheduling for delivery projects using expert Project Controls knowledge.
• Create, maintain, and analyze current and forecasted schedules.
• Monitor costs, resources, and risks to keep projects on track.
• Develop solutions to handle delays and meet deadlines.
• Produce reports and conduct analyses (S-curves, OTD, earned value, critical path).
• Highlight deviations and risks to project managers and teams.
• Collaborate with project leaders to advance Project Controls practices.
• Support continuous improvement in planning and execution.

Requirements

• You bring more than 10 years of experience in Planning & Scheduling and Project Controls.
• Skilled in Earned Value Analysis and S-curves, especially with Primavera P6.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Office tools.
• Self-driven, structured, and organized with excellent prioritization skills.
• Team-oriented, inspiring, and motivating colleagues.
• Fluent in English and Spanish. Any other language is a plus.

More about us

• A holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental well-being and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out.
• For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological assistance, Language training, Coaching & Assessments.
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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