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Project Planning & Control Engineer

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 2 months ago

Hitachi

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Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Hitachi doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 10+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

A holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental well-being and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out.

For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological assistance, Language training, Coaching & Assessments.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • You bring more than 10 years of experience in Planning & Scheduling and Project Controls.

  • Skilled in Earned Value Analysis and S-curves, especially with Primavera P6.

  • Strong knowledge of Excel and Office tools.

  • Self-driven, structured, and organized with excellent prioritization skills.

  • Team-oriented, inspiring, and motivating colleagues.

  • Fluent in English and Spanish. Any other language is a plus.

The role

Job Description

At Hitachi Energy, we're building the ES Regional Office (ESOPC) in Madrid as part of our Grid & Power Quality Solutions business in Europe (HBUEU). This is a chance to join a team that is driving innovation in power systems, making them more efficient, stable, and sustainable for generations to come.

As a Project Planning and Controls Specialist, you'll join a team driving excellence in power quality systems-mastering planning, scheduling, tendering, and execution. This role integrates cost control and resource optimization to ensure flawless project delivery.

What you'll do

  • Manage scheduling for delivery projects using expert Project Controls knowledge.

  • Create, maintain, and analyze current and forecasted schedules.

  • Monitor costs, resources, and risks to keep projects on track.

  • Develop solutions to handle delays and meet deadlines.

  • Produce reports and conduct analyses (S-curves, OTD, earned value, critical path).

  • Highlight deviations and risks to project managers and teams.

  • Collaborate with project leaders to advance Project Controls practices.

  • Support continuous improvement in planning and execution.

How you'll work

Madrid, Spain

Full time

No

Profession (Job Category)

Engineering & Science

Hiring process

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

About Hitachi

Industry
Industrial Technology

In their own words

About the company & team

HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.

Additional information

2026-07-29

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