The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We employ more than 40,000 people in 90 countries who each day work with purpose and use their different backgrounds to challenge the status quo. We welcome you to apply today and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

We operate production facilities in Zurich Oerlikon and ship switchgears all over the world. Therefore, we are looking for an Intern for 12 months as a Junior Project Manager, who helps to bring these large projects to success as well as support our team to improve our day-to-day processes. Join our team!

How you will make an impact

• Taking over commercial and technical responsibility of one or more GIS customer project(s) (coached by an experienced project manager)
• Plan project in terms of costs and time schedule
• Drive engineering phase and make sure that technical issues are resolved quickly prepare and lead meetings with customer
• Participation in various cost-out projects in collaboration with other departments
• Improvement of process documentation (workflows, process visualization, continuous improvement process according to lean six sigma principles)
• Improvement of project management Tools

• Technical background (BSc or MSc in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering)
• Knowledge of business administration is helpful
• Experienced and interested in working with people at the interface of technology and commercial topics
• Proficiency in English, German is a plus and further languages are beneficial
• Good communication skills required
• High commitment and ability to adapt to new situations
• Self-driven personality who is willing to take responsibility