R&D Project Manager - Instrument Transformers

Description The opportunity Are you ready to lead innovation in high-voltage technologies that power the world sustainably? At Hitachi Energy, we're advancing the future of energy with a strong focus on eco-efficient and high-performance oil- and gas-insulated instrument transformers. As an R&D Project Manager, you'll drive the development of next-generation products that meet the evolving needs of the power industry. Location: Lodi, Italy / Przasnysz, Poland Business Unit: High Voltage Products Department: Technology Center Italy (TC Italy) What You'll Do Lead product development for oil- and gas-insulated instrument transformers, from concept to market, ensuring cost, quality, and time-to-market goals. Propose R&D projects aligned with the Instrument Transformers Technology Roadmap and explore portfolio extension opportunities with the Global Product Manager and Global Technology Manager, as well as Local Operating Units. Coordinate cross-functional teams and define R&D resource needs (competence footprint, infrastructure) with the Global Technology Manager. Contribute to the global product footprint strategy for gas- and oil-insulated transformers, including factory allocation. Plan and supervise R&D project execution in line with the Technology Roadmap, ensuring compliance and managing technical risks. Oversee design validation and type testing to ensure product reliability. Communicate project progress to stakeholders and document lessons learned for future initiatives. Your background Master's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field) 5 years of experience in project management or leadership roles, ideally in the high-voltage or electromechanical industry Experience with oil- or gas-insulated high-voltage products, especially instrument transformers is a strong plus Familiarity with structured product development processes and tools (e.g., CAD, FEM, PLM, ERP) Operational expertise in coordinating new product implementation and transferring production between factories is a plus Strong communication and leadership skills Fluent in English, Italian or Polish is a plus More about us Why Join Us? Global Impact: Be part of a worldwide R&D network shaping the future of energy infrastructure. Technical Leadership: Lead projects that directly influence the reliability and sustainability of power systems. Innovation Culture: Collaborate with passionate experts in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. Career Growth: Work on high-visibility projects with opportunities to expand your skills and influence Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Lodi, Lombardia, IT

Posted Date: 10/13/2025