Hitachi ABB Power Grids

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With our competence center FACTS - Power Converter Solutions, we have a leading position in the development, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and service of high-power electronic converters mainly for STATCOM and Rail Power Supply Converters as well as for static frequency converters for industrial applications. We also built the world’s largest drive for a hydro pump station. To strengthen the service team, we are looking for an experienced and dedicated Electrical Engineer with high interest in power electronics and control technology. You have a quick perception as well as an independent, structured, and proactive work style, this is the right challenge for you – join us.

Your responsibilities

• In this exciting role, you are the one, who has the expert knowledge of Project Controls and who is responsible for the scheduling process of our delivery projects
• You are responsible for creating, maintaining and analyzing the delivery projects’ current and forecasted schedule, including costs, resources and risks. You have an active role in developing solution options to handle delays. You will follow up on the projects, produce reports and do regular analyses, for example S-curves, OTD, earned value and critical path
• When needed, you will be the one who draws the attention of project managers and project team on deviations and problems that may arise
• In the projects, you work closely with the project leader and other participants in the project team
• The role of planners is becoming increasingly important for our unit and you will have a key role in the further development of Project Controls
• You will be responsible for leading planning and scheduling efforts for all project phases
• Maintenance and analysis of actual and forecasted schedules
• Monitoring, reporting and management of deviations
• Preparation of the Project Review Materials
• Leading Portfolio Planning and Sales and Operations Planning activities
• Ensure implementation of standardized project processes and tools and develop skills of the respective project planning stakeholders
• Live Hitachi ABB Power Grids Leadership Pillars as a leader which means live our vision, work together, deliver promises and develop people

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is preferred or other related business degree
• 4+ years of relevant experience within the planning function on major projects (ideally in Power, Oil and Gas or Heavy Construction)
• Proficient user of Primavera P6 and all MS Office Applications
• Self-driven personality with ability to multitask in fast paced environment
• Fluency in English and German, both written and spoken
• Knowledge of Unifier is an advantage
• It is essential that you have good communication skills and enjoy working in a dynamic and multicultural environment

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 38,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD. www.hitachienergy.com Interested in joining our team? If so, we look forward to receiving your full application (motivation letter, CV, references) only via our online careers tool. Hitachi Energy Switzerland Ltd. Peter Pankaczi Talent Acquisition

Publication date

2022-02-01

Reference Number

CH52022327_E2