Project Manager

Madrid, Spain
Full-time
Posted Nov 12, 2026

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Skills

Microsoft Project
Procurement
Project Management
SAP
Spanish

Job description

Location:

Madrid, Spain

Job ID:

R0149021

Date Posted:

2026-11-12

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.

Profession (Job Category):

Project/Program Management

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

Job Description:

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, we are accelerating the transition towards a more sustainable, flexible and secure energy system. As part of our Grid Automation business, you will join a dynamic Project Management team responsible for delivering Protection and Control solutions that support critical power infrastructure projects across Spainl and beyond.

How You Will Make an Impact

•Lead the execution of Protection and Control projects, ensuring delivery in line with contractual requirements, project objectives, and company standards.

•Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and resources throughout the project lifecycle.

•Act as the primary point of contact for customers, fostering strong relationships and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.

•Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including engineering, procurement, commissioning, and external partners.

•Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions when needed to ensure successful project outcomes.

•Manage suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring quality, safety, and delivery performance expectations are met.

•Promote and drive a strong culture of Health, Safety, and Integrity across all project activities.

•Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support best practice sharing within the project management community.

Your Background

•Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.

•Minimum 7 years of professional experience, including significant experience in project management within the energy, power systems, automation, or related industries.

•Strong understanding of Protection and Control systems and their application within electrical substations and power networks.

•Additional project management training or certification is considered an advantage.

•Proven experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and subcontractors.

•Customer-focused mindset with strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

•Experience working with project management and business tools such as MS Project and SAP.

•Good understanding of Health, Safety and Environment requirements within industrial or infrastructure projects.

•Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken. Spanish is considered an advantage.

•Availability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

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.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

•Competitive salary and incentives

•Well-being and care

•Paid and unpaid leave

•Flexible work options

•Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.