About this role
The opportunity
Hitachi Energy is seeking a dynamic, action-oriented
Innovation Project Specialist to drive the execution of open innovation projects across the global transformer business.
In this highly collaborative role, you will lead and coordinate innovation projects that bring together internal stakeholders, startups, technology partners, suppliers, universities, and research organizations to solve strategic technical challenges and accelerate the adoption of new technologies.
Working at the core of the Global Innovation Organization, you will transform innovation opportunities into structured projects, pilots, and technical implementations that create measurable business value. You will act as the central point of coordination between business needs, technical experts, external partners, and delivery teams, ensuring successful project execution from concept to validation.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and is motivated by bringing innovative technologies into real-world transformer applications.
How you will make an impactLead end-to-end execution of open innovation projects, including planning, stakeholder alignment, scope management, risk mitigation, and progress reportingCoordinate collaboration with startups, technology providers, universities, research institutes, and other external partners to address technical and business challengesDrive innovation pilots, proof-of-concepts, and technology evaluations, ensuring clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and effective knowledge captureFacilitate technical problem definition and translate business needs into structured innovation projects and work packagesWork closely with R&D, Operations, Product Management, and business sponsors to ensure alignment between innovation activities and business prioritiesManage project timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables while balancing multiple initiatives in parallelSupport the identification, assessment, and maturation of emerging technologies relevant to the transformer businessEnsure transparency and governance by tracking KPIs, project milestones, technical outcomes, lessons learned, and risksAct as the key interface connecting Innovation, Engineering, Operations, and external ecosystem partnersYour backgroundDegree in Engineering, Innovation Management, Technology Management, Business Administration, or a related field3-6 years of experience in technical project management, engineering, innovation, R&D, product development, or consultingHands-on experience leading cross-functional technical projects involving multiple stakeholders and external partnersExperience managing pilots, proof-of-concepts, technology evaluations, or product/process development initiativesStrong planning, prioritization, execution, and stakeholder management skillsExperience working in complex, global, matrixed environmentsConfident communicator, comfortable interacting with engineers, researchers, startups, suppliers, and senior stakeholdersPractical problem-solver with a structured, delivery-focused mindsetGenuine interest in technology, innovation, and bringing new solutions into industrial applicationsKnowledge of the manufacturing technologies, or energy sector is considered a strong advantage More about us
At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives. Our benefits offering for this role generally includes: Private medical care and life insuranceAccess to fitness and wellness programsAccess to benefits platform with discounts and perksEmployee Capital Plans (PPK)Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at homeSpectacles and contact lenses allowanceCompany events and team-building activitiesPsychological support program Apply now Current employees apply here