R&D Project Manager in Substations - India Development Centre

About the Position

R&D Project Manager in Substations - India Development Centre

Hitachi Energy India Development Centre (IDC), a research and development facility with around 500 R&D Engineers, specialists, and experts, is seeking a Project Manager/Owner to lead and coordinate R&D projects. This role involves managing projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Foster innovation in Grid control technologies by leading R&D projects with structured gate processes and leveraging tools like MS Project, Primavera, and Azure DevOps. Deliver impactful solutions efficiently through agile practices, strong cross-functional teamwork, and technical excellence within the R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects from concept to validation, applying structured gate process frameworks.
• Define project objectives and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals and customer requirements.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resource, and budget allocations.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and issues effectively to all relevant stakeholders, executive leadership, and facilitate timely decision-making by presenting facts and figures.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, simulation, testing, and product development.
• Manage third-party vendors and consultants involved in projects and ensure all project activities comply with industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.
• Identify potential risks and challenges in project execution and develop and implement mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven work environment and inspire and motivate R&D teams and collaborate with resources from functions across the company.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Live Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; master’s or higher degree is a plus.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in the Power industry.
• Knowledge of Project Management experience related to Power system testing, control, and Protection in an R&D environment.
• Experience in Power generation/FACTS/HVDC/Substation automation or Renewable sources integration is an added advantage.
• Proven experience with gate process methodologies and project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, Azure DevOps).
• Strong track record of managing Agile workflows and DevOps practices in a technical R&D environment.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to think strategically, understand the big picture, and adjust available solutions to diverse audiences.
• Experience in working in a multi-cultural team will be valued.
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English language is required.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Full-time employment
• On-site work arrangement in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
• Opportunity to work in a global leader in electrification
• Professional development and growth opportunities

About the Company

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.