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Project Manager

Yesterday Hitachi, Japan

The opportunity

Through our innovative and diverse Transformers team and pioneering technology, we transform energy to add social, environmental and economic value - enabling a sustainable energy future for today's generations and those to come. Hitachi Energy offers a complete range of power transformers, traction transformers, insulation and components, digital sensors and transformer services.

Our transformers have a global sales network of about 100 countries spanning applications for power generation, transmission and distribution, metals and mining, oil and gas, commercial and infrastructure projects, and mobility. With increasing complexity in the grid, our transformers are also increasingly used for improving power quality and network management. We introduced our TXpert™ Ecosystem launching the next level for digitalization of transformers.

How you'll make an impact

  • You will be responsible for Japan utility project execution after receipt order with good communication with counterpart of factory project managers.
  • You will control specification and delivery of materials purchased in Japan and connect with factory side to deliver them in timely for assembling in the factory.
  • You will manage transport with good collaboration with logistics specialists to achieve safe and timely delivery of transformers from factory to the job site.
  • You will collaborate with Hitachi Ltd installation department and control site works which is remaining in Japan portion. Need good arrangement of installation schedule and supervisor dispatchment.
  • You see that project cost will be monitored by using SAP system and report to his manager in HE-J organization about comparison of planned and actual project overall cost, from starting and up to final closure of project.
  • You will be responsible for ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

  • You hold a bachelor's degree in engineering or science.
  • Required with minimum 5 years of experience in project management.
  • Time management, presentation and planning skills.
  • Ability to learn and work in new environment.
  • Use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT).
  • Strong in collaborative and communication skills.
  • Strong Japanese and advanced English communication.

More about us

Working Conditions and benefits:

Working hours: 900-1730 (1hr break). Flex time is applicable.

Hybrid working style applicable.

Benefits:

  • Employment insurance, industrial injury insurance, health insurance, pension insurance
  • Paid leave
  • Bereavement leaves
  • Wedding leave
  • Maternity leave
  • Spousal maternity leave
  • Parental leave
  • Nursing care leave

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Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested - don't delay, apply today! All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Yini Cai, LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yini-cai/

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Client-provided location(s): Hitachi, Japan
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-164874
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-11-11T18:35:27

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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