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Substation Retrofit Service Project Manager

Hybrid in Tres Cantos·Added 2 days ago

Still open when we checked on 8 Oct

Siemens Energy

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Overview

Job details

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Siemens Energy 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.

  • Be near Tres Cantos for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)

    “Higher Vocational Training in electrical systems or a bachelor's/master's degree in electrical, industrial, or energy engineering.” — per the ad.

Benefits

  • Meal vouchers

    A restaurant card or tickets, per the ad.

Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Higher Vocational Training in electrical systems or a bachelor's/master's degree in electrical, industrial, or energy engineering.
  • A practical electrical background with the ability to understand technical drawings and interfaces.
  • A strong attitude, technical curiosity, and a willingness to learn about retrofit and high-voltage systems.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to seek support when needed.
  • Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with SAP, Salesforce, and project planning tools is desirable.
  • Willingness to travel within Spain and spend short periods on-site as required.
  • Fluent in Spanish; English proficiency is required for international coordination.
  • A passion for building a career in service, retrofit, and modernization of high-voltage assets.

Nice to have

  • Experience in high-voltage equipment, substations, or retrofit projects is valued but not mandatory.
  • Knowledge of circuit breakers, AIS/GIS equipment, and auxiliary systems is a plus.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Work-life balance: Flexible working time,
  • Flexible mobile working policy (hybrid)
  • Local benefits such as meal allowance, flexible plan and much more
  • Self-driven development framework with insights and resources to develop and grow on technical and soft skills.
  • Continuous learning

The role

Join us in the exciting world of high-voltage substations! As a Retrofit Project Manager, you will take charge of small and medium-sized retrofit projects, overseeing everything from the modernization of circuit breakers to the integration of control systems. Imagine collaborating with engineering teams, factories, and customers to deliver innovative solutions while navigating the challenges of existing facilities. You will lead technical coordination, manage contracts, and ensure seamless communication, all while making a significant impact on operational efficiency and safety.

What you'll do

  • Manage retrofit projects from order handover to successful closure, ensuring technical and commercial excellence.
  • Understand customer needs and translate facility constraints into clear execution plans through site surveys.
  • Prepare technical and commercial offers, including cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments.
  • Develop and coordinate technical solutions with engineering, product specialists, and commissioning teams.
  • Plan and oversee procurement, logistics, and on-site activities, ensuring timely return to service.
  • Control project costs, manage invoicing, and address contractual changes and risks.
  • Maintain direct communication with customers, providing updates and addressing any deviations.
  • Coordinate on-site resources and ensure compliance with HSE and quality standards.
  • Identify additional service opportunities based on customer knowledge and asset conditions.

About Siemens Energy

Siemens Energy is a global energy technology company that emerged from the energy division of Siemens AG, focusing on the generation, transmission, and storage of energy. With a strong emphasis on the energy transition, the company provides products, solutions, and services across the entire energy value chain, including gas and wind turbines, grid stabilization, and hydrogen technologies. Siemens Energy operates worldwide with tens of thousands of employees and is a key player in the renewable energy sector, particularly in wind power and HVDC (high-voltage direct current) transmission systems.

In Spain, Siemens Energy has a significant presence with offices and facilities in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, contributing to the country's growing renewable energy sector. The company is actively hiring in Spain for roles spanning engineering, cybersecurity, AI, and project management, making it an attractive destination for international professionals with expertise in energy, digitalization, and grid technologies. Siemens Energy offers a multicultural work environment and is committed to fostering innovation and professional development, with many positions supporting global projects from its Spanish hubs.

Industry
Wind Energy
Founded
2020
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Munich, Germany
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia

Good to know if you are moving

  • Siemens Energy is a global company with operations in over 90 countries, offering international career opportunities and cross-border project work.
  • The company is a leader in the energy transition, providing a chance to work on cutting-edge technologies like HVDC, grid stabilization, and wind power.
  • Spain is a key hub for Siemens Energy's renewable energy activities, with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, and a strong focus on wind and grid projects.
  • The company offers a multicultural work environment with English as a common working language, making it accessible for international professionals.
  • Siemens Energy provides comprehensive relocation support and professional development programs for employees moving to Spain.

In their own words

About the company & team

Our Grid Technologies division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With +100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Additional information

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion, and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character-no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

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