Engineering Planner
The opportunity
Step into a role where your planning expertise drives real impact. As an Engineering Project Planner with Hitachi Energy, you will help shape the future of energy technologies by enabling engineering teams to deliver world-class solutions efficiently and on schedule. This is a dynamic opportunity to work at the center of project execution-aligning resources, optimizing workflows, and strengthening collaboration across diverse teams.
You'll join a global organization committed to advancing a sustainable energy future. Every day brings new challenges, meaningful problem-solving, and opportunities to influence the success of innovative engineering programs. If you enjoy bringing structure to complex projects and thrive in environments where your insights guide smarter decisions, this role offers the perfect stage to grow, innovate, and make a real contribution.
How you'll make an impact
- Develop and maintain detailed engineering schedules.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to clarify scope and deliverables.
- Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks.
- Track progress, analyze variances, and report insights to leadership.
- Support resource planning to optimize workload distribution.
- Create clear, data-driven reports on performance and scheduling.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of planning tools and processes.
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience with PTC Creo parametric and drafting.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD.
- Preferred experience in planning, scheduling, or engineering project coordination.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
- Hitachi Energy offers a culture built on innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- You'll have opportunities to grow your skills, expand your expertise, and move into future career paths across a global organization.
- We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to a sustainable energy future.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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