Technical Project Management Experienced Professional

Hitachi • Bland, VA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Hitachi Energy is seeking an R&D Project Manager to lead technology and product development initiatives for dry-type transformer technology in Bland, Virginia. The role manages projects from concept through implementation, working with engineering, manufacturing, global teams, customers, universities, and other external partners. It focuses on delivering technical excellence, quality, and efficiency while supporting innovation and a more sustainable energy future. The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or another relevant technical discipline.
• Experience leading technical or product development projects using established project management methodologies and tools.
• Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive improvements, innovation, and change in a collaborative environment.
• Fluent in English.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of transformer technology or electrical equipment design.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects focused on new technologies and product development for dry-type transformers.
• Drive project execution from planning through delivery, ensuring quality, timelines, and technical excellence.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to meet project objectives, milestones, and schedules.
• Develop and execute project communication and stakeholder engagement plans.
• Manage project changes and communicate their impacts on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate with internal teams, customers, universities, and external partners to accelerate innovation.
• Support implementation of newly developed solutions in factories and customer delivery projects.
• Identify market needs and contribute to future portfolio and technology development strategies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Benefits

• Ongoing learning, professional development, and career growth opportunities across Hitachi Energy's global network.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and international projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level