Hitachi America

Operations Manager – Digital Services

Hitachi America • $95K — $115K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field, or an associate degree with over seven years practical experience in transformer or substation field.
  • Minimum of five years' experience in project management within transformer services or heavy industrial equipment.
  • Proven track record of delivering complex projects within budget and on time.
  • Understanding of transformer technology and associated maintenance processes is preferred.
  • Proficiency in project management software, particularly MS Project or Primavera P6.
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.
  • Work authorization to allow employment with Hitachi Energy in the U.S. is required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage lifecycle of transformer service projects from initiation to closure.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams consisting of engineers, technicians, and contractors.
  • Act as primary customer contact, managing communication and expectations during project execution.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while formulating contingency plans.
  • Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and report updates to management.
  • Manage budgets and approve expenditures to ensure cost-effective project delivery.

Benefits

  • Health and retirement benefits as part of total rewards offerings.
  • Paid leave and flexible work programs per company policies.
  • Opportunities for domestic and international travel to engage with customers and stakeholders.
  • Access to learning and development through collaborations and project execution.
Full Job Description

Location:

Earth City, Missouri, United States

Job ID:

Date Posted:

2026-09-11

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The Opportunity

As an Operations Manager for Digital Services, you will manage front-end technical sales support, order acceptance, and project execution for digital projects and services across the United States. You will oversee digital field substation equipment monitoring projects, including project tracking, inventory control, lead-time management, field service scheduling, budgeting, cost forecasting, and the direct management of service technicians. You will serve as a subject matter resource for substation monitoring projects and devices while coordinating work across Sales, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, production teams, and the Global Call Center. Your work will help ensure that customer and engineering orders are completed on schedule, within cost expectations, and according to established quality standards.


How You’ll Make an Impact
  • Process and acknowledge orders using Salesforce and SAP, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with customer proposals.
  • Manage the execution of digital field substation equipment monitoring projects, including schedules, inventory, lead times, and field service activities.
  • Directly manage a team of service technicians and support personnel development.
  • Prepare operations budgets and regularly review and forecast direct and indirect project costs.
  • Coordinate warranty and support activities with the Global Call Center to resolve customer issues promptly.
  • Serve as the subject matter resource for substation equipment monitoring projects and devices.
  • Coordinate among Sales, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and production teams to deliver orders on time, within cost expectations, and to quality standards.
  • Prepare technical specifications and documentation, investigate technical problems, and provide recommendations for reports and root cause investigation.
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background
  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business-related field.
  • 5-10 years of overall professional experience in operations, project management, digital services, field service, or related technical environments.
  • Able to organize work, manage multiple deadlines simultaneously, and maintain excellent attention to detail.
  • Able to communicate effectively and collaborate across technical, operational, and customer-facing teams.
  • Programming experience connecting IIoT devices; SAP experience is preferred.
  • Ability to travel domestically up to 30% as business needs require.
  • Commitment to Hitachi Energy’s values of safety and integrity, including taking responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, you can grow your career while contributing to technologies and services that support the future of energy.

  • Opportunities to work on innovative technologies shaping the future of energy
  • A collaborative environment with experienced professionals
  • Access to learning platforms and career development programs
  • Attractive health and retirement benefits
  • Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

About Hitachi America

Hitachi America is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., a Japanese multinational conglomerate. They provide a wide range of products and services, including information technology, power systems, and social infrastructure. They work with clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, transportation, and finance. They are committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.
Learn more about Hitachi America
Size
368,247 employees
Industry
Founded
1959
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