Sr. Project Engineering Manager

Summary

• Join a global leader in energy transmission and help shape the future of power.
• We are looking for a Senior Project Engineering Manager to lead the engineering execution of large-scale EPC projects from our Noida office. You will oversee a diverse, international team and drive the successful delivery of engineering scopes on high-impact energy infrastructure High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) substation 1-2B$+ projects. This candidate will work in a rapidly growing global energy market including India in contributing to sustainable energy solutions in emerging economies. Further posing good understanding of local regulations and standards, which can differ significantly from country to country.
• You will be part of the Product Delivery Group (PDG) and a member of our global Project Engineering Management (PEM) department, working alongside experienced project engineering managers across Europe, US, and Asia. In India, you will report directly to the UK PEM team leader, contributing to a dynamic and diverse community of PEMs.
• This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge HVDC technology, collaborate across global teams, and grow within an organization contributing to the energy transition.
• Good understanding of local regulations and standards, which can differ significantly from those in Europe or the US.

Key Responsibilities

Senior Project Engineering Manager

• Own the end-to-end delivery of engineering activities of the PDG scope of works on large EPC projects,

  ensuring alignment with schedule, budget, and technical requirements.

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams

  , ensuring that deliverables are integrated, consistent, and aligned with project milestones.

• Act as the technical lead within the project

  , driving decision-making and managing interfaces between engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and customers.

• Establish and maintain effective communication

  with customers, partners, and suppliers on technical topics, ensuring transparency, responsiveness, and trust.

• Anticipate and manage risks

  by maintaining an up-to-date risk register, driving mitigation plans, and enforcing a structured change management process.

• Ensure high standards of quality and compliance

  , applying internal processes, safety (EHS) requirements, and industry best practices throughout the project lifecycle.

• Represent engineering in project governance

  , providing clear reporting on progress, issues, and KPIs, and contributing to key project reviews and decisions.

• Support site teams during execution

  , ensuring a smooth transition from design to construction and commissioning, and resolving technical issues efficiently.

• Mentor and empower project engineers, fostering a culture of accountability

  , collaboration, and continuous improvement across the engineering organization.

• Carry our regular and thorough reviews of the progress and delivery of the PDG scope of work

  assessing all aspects of the project, including time, cost, quality, and risks.
• Collaboration with International / local suppliers and partners, which can be critical for project success.
• Understanding and applying safety and environmental regulations, which might differ from international standards.

Desired Profile and Experience

• Engineering degree in Electrical, Power Systems, or a related field, i.e.: Electronics, Mechanical
• 10+ years of experience as Project Engineering Manager or similar role in EPC environments: Energy, Transmission, Distribution, Oil & Gas, Power Generation, or similar industries
• A minimum of 2 projects delivered, managing medium to large size projects.
• Strong project management skills and solid experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and multiple stakeholders, ideally across international and multicultural environments.
• Strong understanding of engineering project lifecycles, risk management, technical interfaces, and configuration/change control.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills: able to influence, align teams, and represent engineering with confidence in internal and customer meetings.
• Fluent in English.
• Comfortable with occasional travel (Europe and internationally) for project needs.
• Cultural adaptability and sensitivity, given the diverse and multicultural nature of both the team and the local context.
• Address potential logistical challenges such as working across different time zones
• Opportunities for professional growth and development such as exposure to new technologies or new HVDC emerging markets.

HVDC experience is a strong asset, but not a prerequisite. We welcome candidates with relevant experience in similar large-scale infrastructure or industrial EPC projects who are eager to learn and contribute to the energy transition.

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