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R&D Project Manager

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

R&D Project Manager

Lodi, Italy

Within the High Voltage Products Business Unit (BU), the Technology Center (TC) Italy is responsible - as part of a global R&D organization - for the development and optimization of products such as Metal-Enclosed Circuit Breakers, Hybrid Switchgear, and Instrument Transformers.

As R&D Project Manager, you will be part of TC Italy, located in Lodi. Reporting to the R&D Team Manager, you will develop new eco-efficient or enhanced products by leading and managing the execution of one or more projects. You will leverage your skills to coordinate work of local/international and cross-functional project team/s, lead in partnership with local business managers, steering groups, product management and external parties.

Your responsibilities

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• Lead all the stages of new product development and implementation, ensuring appropriate handling of change requests and meeting the specified targets in terms of product cost, project cost and time-to-market.

• Effectively coordinate international and cross-functional teams, managing collaboration with stakeholders, internal functions, other Technology and/or Research Centers and relevant external parties.

• Deliver the required functionalities with focus on safety, quality and cost aspects, ensure project results are transferred to relevant line organization or department responsible. Capture lessons learned.

• Follow sound methodology and project execution practices in accordance with standard internal directives and procedures. Ensure projects follow external technical and quality standards.

• Identify, contain and reduce risks, ensuring transparency around unforeseen results/events. Support with technical analyses if necessary.

• Serves as the key contact for the project stakeholders. Effectively communicates appropriate information to stakeholders in a timely manner and to achieve desired understanding and support.

• Build up own relevant professional network to support ongoing activities.

Your background

• Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering or similar

• At least 2-year experience in technical project management in the industrial field, with preference to the electromechanical industry

• Knowledge and experience of structured product development processes

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office suite

• Excellent documentation, presentation and communication skills

• Strong attitude to coordinate international and cross-functional teams

• Fluent English and Italian

• Knowledge of CAD and FEM software is a plus

• Knowledge of PLM and ERP systems is a plus

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Client-provided location(s): 26900 Lodi, Province of Lodi, Italy
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-108374
Employment Type: Full Time

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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