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Project Techinical Engineer (m/f/d)

2 weeks ago• Milan, Italy

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy's Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service global product group is a world-leading provider of grid connection and power quality solutions that enable customers to build more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy systems. By leveraging long-standing technology leadership, extensive integration expertise, a large installed base, and a global footprint, the team delivers life-cycle value solutions with minimized risk. Customers span utilities, renewable energy, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors.

The European business includes more than 1,000 skilled professionals across 16 countries, working in critical areas of expertise.

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions in Europe (HBUEU), diversity drives a culture of innovation and collaboration. Strong market positioning and leading technology support growth across the energy transition and expanding sectors such as hydrogen, data centers, and e-mobility.

The Project Technical Engineering, joining in our Engineering Department, will embody these values by promoting collaboration across cross-functional teams demonstrating integrity and accountability in project execution, and driving innovation in the design and delivery of substations and power systems. The role is focused on Primary (electromechanical design) Discipline

How you'll make an impact

  • Lead and coordinate the primary (electromechanical) scope to ensure the integrity and correct function of the substation system, including conceptual design support and equipment implementation.
  • Leading and coordinating teams across all engineering disciplines (both in-house and outsourced) for conventional projects with moderately complex features, when required by the situation. Leading single- or multi-discipline engineering teams
  • Prepare and review technical specifications and validate equipment.
  • Ensure 3D design/models, coordinating and resolving interferences between civil and electromechanical disciplines.
  • Ensure compliance with CEI/IEC/EN standards, Italian grid codes, and Hitachi Energy QHSE requirements; drive design quality and continuous improvement.
  • Coordinate with civil and secondary engineers to ensure complete interfaces, proper cable routing constructability
  • Support the project team with claims related to changes in the primary scope, assessing cost, time impacts, and risks while maintaining customer satisfaction through continuous dialogue and excellent service.
  • Collaborate with engineering colleagues to share best practices and develop leadership, coordination, and communication skills, upholding core values of safety, integrity, and quality.
  • Cooperation with the Project Manager Engineer for preparation of project schedule, progress, risk opportunities, change management.
  • Support the development of project deliverables during the tender phase by coordinating and preparing documentation, creating engineering estimates, and performing risk assessments prior to submission
  • Support installation, testing, and commissioning: respond to site queries, review as-builts, and facilitate customer handover.

Your Background

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
  • 3+ years' experience in electromechanical design of substations (AIS or GIS)
  • Basic High Voltage Apparatus experience and knowledge.
  • BIM/3D methodology knowledge will be a plus.
  • Commitment to safety and adherence to workplace safety guide-lines, combined with a high level of self-motivation and curiosity for new technologies.
  • Collaborative and solutions-oriented approach, with strong communication skills and knowledge of power systems, renewable energy, transmission systems.
  • Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Italian (mandatory). Any additional languages will be appreciated

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.

  • The minimum salary for this position in the location specified is as follows: Starting from: 38,000 € gross annual

The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures. Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

  • Incentive Plan, Lunch tickets, Health Insurance, Pension Fund, Welfare, Flexible working hours, Hybrid work model, Well-being platform, Family Care Benefits, Parking and Partnerships (gyms, sports centers, stores).
  • Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico

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Client-provided location(s): Milan, Italy
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-221858
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-10-20T19:35:07

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
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • 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
    • Professional Coaching
    • Shadowing Opportunities
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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