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Project Management Engineering Professional (Project Lead Engineer)

Job Summary**

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Management Engineering Professional (Project Lead Engineer) to join our dynamic team at Hitachi, Ltd. This role will be responsible for leading the technical aspects of complex engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and leadership capabilities.

Job Responsibilities**

* Lead and manage the technical execution of engineering projects, overseeing design, development, testing, and deployment phases.
* Define project technical objectives, scope, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and ensure alignment with business goals.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
* Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
* Manage and mentor project engineering teams, providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
* Communicate project status, technical challenges, and solutions effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
* Ensure adherence to relevant engineering standards, quality procedures, and regulatory requirements.
* Conduct technical reviews and approvals of designs, specifications, and documentation.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and methodologies.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, procurement, and sales, to achieve project objectives.

Job Qualifications**

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
* Minimum of 14 years of experience in engineering, with at least 5 years in a project lead role
* Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex engineering projects.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
 

Location Kuwait City, Al Kuwayt, Kuwait
Job type Full time
Work arrangement Hybrid
Experience Experienced
Job function Engineering & Science
Contract Regular
Publication date 2026-07-30
Reference number R0136553

About Hitachi Energy

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.