Installation Manager at Hitachi

Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Installation Management, Project Management, Team Leadership, Subcontractor Management, Safety Compliance, Quality Assurance, Planning, Documentation, HVDC Technology, Communication, Coaching, Relationship Management, Problem Solving, Technical Understanding

Industry

Utilities

Description

Location: Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands Job ID: R0111666 Date Posted: 2025-12-01 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY THE NETHERLANDS B.V. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation HVDC is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures, and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. It is also used to connect power systems. The HVDC technology has been on the market for the past 60 years and is an enabler for renewable energy integration, and supports the energy transition for a sustainable future. Please find out more about our world leading technology at www.hitachienergy.com/HVDC. We are looking for a person who is interested in working for a market leader in the electrical power infrastructure business. You would be working in large scale projects focused on enabling transmission of green energy. The position will be based in Netherlands with the first project being near Borssele. You will become part of the Hitachi Energy HVDC Installation Department, a global organization with team members in 15+ countries, responsible for executing all mechanical and electrical installation activities in our delivery projects worldwide. This role is site based, with travel included. The first project assignment would be based in Borssele , approximately 18 months. After this project is completed, there are further projects in Netherlands as well as Global. Therefore, any candidate applying for this role, would need to be willing to travel. Whilst most of the time will be spent on location or the specific project you are assigned to, regular travels home will be provided. You will be part of a team of Hitachi Energy employees with different responsibilities on site during the execution of work. There will be a Site Manager who is over all responsible for the Hitachi Energy works, there will also be specialists within areas like quality, health & safety, planning and so on. You will be leading a team of installation experts, being responsible for the installation and testing of electrical and mechanical equipment procured and delivered by Hitachi Energy. To perform the works under your responsibility, you and the rest of the installation team will manage subcontractors performing the works. You as Installation Manager would be responsible to plan, coordinate and manage the Hitachi Energy team at your disposal to assure project targets and milestones related to safety, quality, time schedule and budget are met. We are eager to learn more about you and what you can contribute, so please apply even if you don't meet all the requirements! Whilst its great if you already check all below requieremnts, we do pride ourselves on our ability to train and devlop people, so we also welcome less experinced candidates to apply. Your responsibilities Your main mission will be to Manage installations on site (both AC and DC) in high voltage installation global projects. Support in subcontracting works related to installation. Read and understand contractual documentation in order to deliver in accordance with it. Lead preparation and planning of installation activities in early project stages. Manage and guide subcontractors on site to ensure completion of all installation activities efficiently and cost-effectively, in accordance with contract specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements. Contribute to planning and implementation of installation activities on site. Coordinate the installation activities with the Site Manager and other internal and external stakeholders on site. Manage and coach Installation Supervisors. Coordinate with engineering office to assure needed documentation is used at site during execution and provide mark-ups for as-built project documentation. Maintain good relationships to internal and external suppliers. You will be living 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. Your background You have a technical education, preferably with a degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. Or have acquired previous experience in electrical- or mechanical installation work in large scale projects. You have at least 6-8 years of work experience within relevant field. Experience from managing people is required. Experience of installation management is required. Previous experience in electrical and/or mechanical installation is required Previous experience from HVDC, FACTS or Substation projects are preferred. Proficiency in English is must, written and spoken alike, whereas additional languages are a plus. 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 40,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD. www.hitachienergy.com Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.

Responsibilities

Manage installations on site for high voltage installation global projects and support subcontracting works related to installation. Lead a team of installation experts to ensure project targets related to safety, quality, schedule, and budget are met.