Project Engineering Manager

The Opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of energy? At Hitachi Energy, we are establishing and developing an Operation Center of Excellence in Madrid, Spain (ESOPC) within the Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe (HBUEU).

We are looking for a Project Engineering Manager to coordinate all engineering activities within assigned projects, ensuring that work across all engineering disciplines is delivered cost-effectively and in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and safety and integrity requirements. This role involves overseeing engineering disciplines throughout the project lifecycle, including design planning, budget and schedule development, risk management, and the coordination of resources, equipment, and expertise required to deliver the engineering scope.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead the initiation, planning, execution, and control of the engineering scope for complex projects.
• Coordinate engineering activities, resources, stakeholders, and interfaces, while managing competing priorities and resolving conflicts across project disciplines.
• Maintain a clear and transparent overview of project status, making informed decisions and setting priorities that maximize project progress.
• Proactively manage the balance between scope, schedule, cost, and quality to support successful project delivery.
• Take ownership of the engineering scope within EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects.
• Project wise reporting to a Project Director (PD) as part of the project core team while at the same time belonging to a department with Project Managers and Project Interface Managers.
• Foster a culture of safety, integrity, collaboration, and accountability by taking ownership of responsibilities while supporting colleagues and contributing to business success.

• University degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience leading complex projects, preferably within civil engineering, infrastructure, energy, or industrial environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify innovative and practical solutions to project challenges.
• Experience with HVDC projects and/or PMI/PMP certification is considered an advantage.
• Ability to thrive in an environment that values transparency, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage, motivate, and support diverse project teams.
• Interest in technology and a willingness to continuously learn and develop.
• Professional proficiency in English; additional languages are considered an asset.