Location:
Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
Job ID:
R0123344
Date Posted:
2026-05-11
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.
Profession (Job Category):
Project/Program Management
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The Opportunity
Be part of Hitachi Energy’s R&D Technology community and contribute to shaping a more sustainable energy future. This role is based at our Zaragoza (Spain) R&D center, a key hub for dry-type transformer technologies, uniquely positioned close to manufacturing and testing teams
As R&D Project Manager, you will lead innovation-driven projects focused on performance, reliability, and competitiveness of dry-type distribution transformers. You will work in a highly collaborative, international environment, partnering with global R&D, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and testing teams
This is a role for someone who thrives in execution, enjoys working close to the product, and can connect technical development with project delivery excellence You will continuously develop your skills in project management, stakeholder coordination, and R&D methodologies.
Lead end-to-end R&D projects from planning to delivery.
Ensure scope, timing, budget, and quality targets are achieved.
Contribute to the definition and validation of new technologies and product improvements
Coordinate requirements with engineering, manufacturing, testing, quality, and global R&D teams
Enable effective cross-functional and international collaboration
Maintain project schedules, cost sheets, technical files, and reports
Manage risks, changes, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Act as a clear and reliable communication partner for all stakeholders.
Your background
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Experience in project management within industrial, engineering, or R&D environments.
Solid knowledge or strong interest in transformers or electrical products
Experience using project management tools and methodologies (e.g. MS Project, Agile principles).
Strong communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.
Fluency in English and Spanish, written and spoken.
A holistic range of competitive benefit programs supports your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing, as well as your personal and professional development We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out
For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer: Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Psychological Assistance, Language Trainings, Coaching & Assessments
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.
