Project Manager and Client Advocate for Network Control (f/m/d)
HitachiLocation:
Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, GermanyJob ID:
R0125419Date Posted:
2026-04-20Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AGProfession (Job Category):
Project/Program ManagementJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The opportunity
We are looking for a Project Manager and Client Advocate for Network Control to join our Grid Automation team in Mannheim.
In this role, you will deliver innovative network control solutions through customer‑focused, cost‑efficient project management, working closely with an international team. You will support customers across the full project lifecycle - from quotation and execution to service handover - acting as their representative within Hitachi Energy.
Interested in shaping the future in a dynamic environment and working closely with customers on challenging projects?
We look forward to hearing from you!
How you’ll make an impact
Preparation of competitive bids for network control system solutions, including cost calculation, in compliance with relevant internal guidelines and processes
Independent, end‑to‑end management with full responsibility for network control bid and execution projects
Coordination of inputs from project execution, commercial teams, and Supply Chain Management
Coordination of required resources with local and global Engineering and Service teams
Collaboration with Hitachi Energy Operations Centers worldwide
Coordination of external suppliers, partners, and service providers
Ongoing management of an assigned customer portfolio, ensuring continuous development of offered services and service solutions
Support of Sales in meetings, presentations, and negotiations
Your background
Successfully completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable field
Strong technical understanding of complex solutions, systems, and products in an IT environment; knowledge of network control systems is an advantage
Understanding of commercial and business relationships
Confident user of MS Office applications; knowledge of MS Project and SAP is an advantage
Independent and proactive working style, with a willingness to take responsibility and lead a project team
Excellent communication skills combined with a high level of customer orientation and a strong sales mindset
Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken; French is an advantage
Interest in international collaboration and willingness to travel worldwide
General willingness to take on temporary assignments in our global partner units (e.g. as part of a time‑limited exchange of up to six months) is desirable
More about us
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.