Junior Project Manager Site Service GCB 80 – 100% (f/m/d) Nouveau
The opportunity
The High Voltage Products division of Hitachi Energy is globally recognized as a specialist in systems for power transmission and distribution. At the Zurich Oerlikon location, Generator Circuit Breaker (GCB) systems and Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) are developed and manufactured for the reliable transmission and distribution of electrical energy. By using state-of-the-art development tools and methods, high reliability of switching systems and switchgear is ensured.
The Service organization is responsible for worldwide aftersales support of GCB and GIS systems, including training, installation and commissioning, scheduled maintenance, additional services, troubleshooting, extensions, retrofits, and replacements.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to efficient and well-coordinated project execution in a global service environment. With a strong service mindset, attention to detail, and structured coordination skills, this position plays a key role in delivering high customer satisfaction and optimal project results.
How you’ll make an impact
- Responsibility for the execution, organizational leadership, and coordination of onsite commissioning and maintenance activities for Generator Circuit Breaker service projects
- Acting as the main point of contact for internal and external customers during site activities
- Support of assigned field service personnel, including the creation of installation and assembly schedules while considering required resources such as tools and personnel
- Monitoring, documenting, and reporting project progress and costs
- Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality assurance measures, while minimizing project costs and risks
- Process compliant handling of deviations during onsite activities, including the initiation of appropriate corrective actions
- Compilation, filing, and archiving of project documentation, including technical documents, test records, and reports
- Responsibility for the billing of performed services to customers
- Contribution to continuous improvement of processes and activities (CIP) to achieve consistently high customer satisfaction
Your background
- Higher technical education (HF) or a comparable qualification
- Further education in project management (IPMA or PMI) is considered an advantage
- Practical experience in the installation and/or commissioning of switchgear is beneficial
- Solid technical knowledge and the ability to understand technical documentation, system interfaces, and operational constraints
- Confident demeanor with strong communication skills, particularly in multicultural environments
- Business fluent English and good knowledge of German
- Strong team spirit combined with structured organizational skills
- Assertiveness and leadership capability, with willingness to travel worldwide to construction sites
- Good knowledge of SAP and MS Office
More about us
Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time - balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.