R&D Project Manager

23 ott - Milano
Hitachi Energy

The opportunity
Are you ready to lead innovation in high-voltage technologies that power the world sustainably?

At Hitachi Energy, we’re advancing the future of energy with a strong focus on eco-efficient and high-performance Metal-Enclosed Circuit Breakers Hybrid Switchgear , and oil- and gas-insulated instrument transformers .

As an R&D; Project Manager , you’ll drive the development of next-generation products that meet the evolving needs of the power industry.

How You'll Make An Impact

Lead Specialized Innovation: Manage the full lifecycle of new product development for projects falling in both product lines — from concept to market — ensuring excellence in cost, quality, and time-to-market.

Drive Technical Collaboration: Coordinate international, cross-functional teams including R&D;, engineering, testing, and manufacturing. Work closely with product managers and external partners to align on technical and commercial goals.

Ensure Product Excellence: Apply structured development methodologies (e.g., Gate Model), ensure compliance with internal and external standards, and proactively manage technical risks.

Support Testing & Validation: Oversee design validation and type testing activities, ensuring robust performance and reliability of high-voltage insulation systems.

Communicate & Influence: Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders,



delivering clear and timely updates to ensure alignment and support.

Capture & Share Knowledge: Document lessons learned and ensure knowledge transfer to operational teams and future projects.

Your background

Master’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)

3+ years of experience in technical project management, ideally in the electromechanical or high-voltage equipment industry

Familiarity with structured product development processes and tools (e.g., CAD, FEM, PLM, ERP)

Strong communication and leadership skills

Fluent in English and Italian

PMP certification is considered a plus

More about us
The minimum salary for this position in the location specified is as follows:

Starting from: 38000 € gross

The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.

Our Benefits Offering For This Role Generally Includes

Incentive Plan, Lunch ticket or canteen, Health Insurance, Pension Fund, Welfare, Flexible working hours, Hybrid work model, Well-being platform, Family Care Benefits, Parking and Partnerships (gyms, sports centers, stores).

Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico

Publication date : 2026-10-20

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