Project Manager Design-to-Value 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Hitachi Energy, High Voltage Products, is renowned worldwide as a specialist for power transmission and distribution. Our unit Gas Insulated Switchgears (GIS), based in Zürich-Oerlikon, is active in the development and production of gas insulated switching systems. We ensure the high reliability of our systems by using state-of-the-art development tools and methods.

As the Project Manager for Design-to-Value, you will be a strategic driver of product and process optimization, leading transformative initiatives to boost our market impact. Working closely with cross-functional teams, both local and global, you will prioritize high-value projects, manage execution from start to finish, and ensure lasting benefits to our portfolio’s competitiveness.

Your responsibilities

• Lead idea generation sessions with diverse teams, focusing on value-driven initiatives that promise high market impact

• Drive prioritization and selection of projects, balancing potential benefits with effort for maximum ROI

• Take ownership of project execution, coordinating teams and resources to achieve milestones efficiently and on time

• Collaborate with business leaders and steering groups to ensure alignment on goals and measure results against value creation targets

• Partner with the global cost management team to validate cost savings, ensuring all projects contribute to ongoing competitiveness and market advantage

 
Your background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, with fluency in English and German

• Strong knowledge of GIS products and a thorough understanding of design, production, and delivery processes

• Analytical mindset with proven ability to motivate and lead project teams toward shared objectives

• Hands-on project management experience, especially in product or process improvement settings

• Familiarity with cost/value optimization methodologies like Design-to-Value is a plus

Our flexible work practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

Join an international and diverse team in Zürich-Oerlikon as Project Manager Design-to-Value and have an impact by leading improvement initiatives for our GIS Business!