Location:Chicago, Illinois, United StatesJob ID: R0106049Date Posted:2025-09-09Company Name:HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLCProfession (Job Category):Sales, Marketing &amp; Product ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Summary of the position:As a member of our growing Communications team, the Communications Manager will be responsible for supporting the external communications strategies and tactics to promote, protect and enhance the reputation of Hitachi Global Air Power (HGAP) and Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems (HIES), and the internal communications programs to perpetuate the HGAP employee value proposition.Content Creation / Written Communications: Develop compelling content for various communication channels including news releases, newsletters, social media, blogs and more using strong writing and editing skills in AP style. Communicate in a clear and concise manner and adept at telling a story. Comfortable with technical language and at simplifying complex messaging and the ability to adapt writing skills to a variety of communications mediums and audiences. Social Media: Curate, develop, write, and manage social media schedules using social media scheduling programs (HeyOrca). Work with cross-functional team members to develop engaging content that grows the company’s brand awareness and industry leadership, while increasing followers.Media Relations: Maintain relationships with industry media, pitching and writing articles for industry media promoting the company’s products and company brand.Internal Communications: Facilitate the company’s quarterly employee town hall events, write and edit internal newsletters and communications.The Communications Manager is a self-starter, organized and pursues excellence in their work. They are flexible and able to meet deadlines with quick turnarounds. They develop relationships with colleagues at multiple levels of the organization and maintain good relationships with outside vendors and agencies.Location:  Chicago, Illinois - hybridDuties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Support public relations activities, including drafting and distributing press releases, pitching, ghostwriting, managing editorial calendar and more</li><li>Support the HGAP and Sullair brand social media presence (Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube) by building, scheduling, and facilitating engaging content that supports company objectives using HeyOrca scheduling software</li><li>Lead, grow and continuously improve the Sullair Blog process, contributing content using Semrush and performance data to inform topics</li><li>Develop professional presentations for internal and external audiences</li><li>Assist with writing and submitting industry award and recognition programs for the company and employees</li><li>Assist with curating and writing content for quarterly employee newsletter</li><li>Maintain excellent working relationship with advertising agency partner</li><li>Maintain positive community and industry relations with organizations, advocacy groups, publications, etc.</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel to tradeshows, company events or customer sites (less than 10%)</li></ul>Qualifications:Education and Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in journalism/communications or related field</li><li>Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote) required</li><li>Proficient in AP Style</li><li>Experience using social media publishing platforms including HeyOrca a plus</li><li>Clear and thoughtful communicator across all levels within and outside an organization</li><li>Ability to use data to inform decision-making and make smart, actionable recommendations</li><li>Results-oriented, collaborative and inquisitive, with a positive attitude and “get-it-done the right way” mentality</li><li>Creative thinker, comfortable solving problems with limited supervision</li><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred</li></ul>Professional experience:<ul><li>5+ years of relevant corporate communications and social media work experience in a similar role</li><li>Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills (AP Style) – samples required</li><li>Ability to uphold confidentiality when working on sensitive projects</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel to tradeshows, company events or customer sites (less than 10%)</li></ul>Working Conditions:<ul><li>Location:  Chicago, Illinois - hybrid</li><li>Occasional domestic travel necessary  </li></ul>Direct reports:<ul><li>N/A</li></ul><div></div>The successful candidate is responsible for complying with HGAP’s Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a Safety Always workplace.This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.Hitachi Global Air Power is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Communications Manager

Location:Chicago, Illinois, United StatesJob ID: R0106049Date Posted:2025-09-09Company Name:HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLCProfession (Job Category):Sales, Marketing &amp; Product ManagementJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Summary of the position:As a member of our growing Communications team, the Communications Manager will be responsible for supporting the external communications strategies and tactics to promote, protect and enhance the reputation of Hitachi Global Air Power (HGAP) and Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems (HIES), and the internal communications programs to perpetuate the HGAP employee value proposition.Content Creation / Written Communications: Develop compelling content for various communication channels including news releases, newsletters, social media, blogs and more using strong writing and editing skills in AP style. Communicate in a clear and concise manner and adept at telling a story. Comfortable with technical language and at simplifying complex messaging and the ability to adapt writing skills to a variety of communications mediums and audiences. Social Media: Curate, develop, write, and manage social media schedules using social media scheduling programs (HeyOrca). Work with cross-functional team members to develop engaging content that grows the company’s brand awareness and industry leadership, while increasing followers.Media Relations: Maintain relationships with industry media, pitching and writing articles for industry media promoting the company’s products and company brand.Internal Communications: Facilitate the company’s quarterly employee town hall events, write and edit internal newsletters and communications.The Communications Manager is a self-starter, organized and pursues excellence in their work. They are flexible and able to meet deadlines with quick turnarounds. They develop relationships with colleagues at multiple levels of the organization and maintain good relationships with outside vendors and agencies.Location:&nbsp; Chicago, Illinois - hybridDuties and responsibilities:<ul><li>Support public relations activities, including drafting and distributing press releases, pitching, ghostwriting, managing editorial calendar and more</li><li>Support the HGAP and Sullair brand social media presence (Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube) by building, scheduling, and facilitating engaging content that supports company objectives using HeyOrca scheduling software</li><li>Lead, grow and continuously improve the Sullair Blog process, contributing content using Semrush and performance data to inform topics</li><li>Develop professional presentations for internal and external audiences</li><li>Assist with writing and submitting industry award and recognition programs for the company and employees</li><li>Assist with curating and writing content for quarterly employee newsletter</li><li>Maintain excellent working relationship with advertising agency partner</li><li>Maintain positive community and industry relations with organizations, advocacy groups, publications, etc.</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel to tradeshows, company events or customer sites (less than 10%)</li></ul>Qualifications:Education and Skills:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in journalism/communications or related field</li><li>Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote) required</li><li>Proficient in AP Style</li><li>Experience using social media publishing platforms including HeyOrca a plus</li><li>Clear and thoughtful communicator across all levels within and outside an organization</li><li>Ability to use data to inform decision-making and make smart, actionable recommendations</li><li>Results-oriented, collaborative and inquisitive, with a positive attitude and “get-it-done the right way” mentality</li><li>Creative thinker, comfortable solving problems with limited supervision</li><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred</li></ul>Professional experience:<ul><li>5+ years of relevant corporate communications and social media work experience in a similar role</li><li>Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills (AP Style) – samples required</li><li>Ability to uphold confidentiality when working on sensitive projects</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel to tradeshows, company events or customer sites (less than 10%)</li></ul>Working Conditions:<ul><li>Location:&nbsp; Chicago, Illinois - hybrid</li><li>Occasional domestic travel necessary &nbsp;</li></ul>Direct reports:<ul><li>N/A</li></ul><div></div>The successful candidate is responsible for complying with HGAP’s Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a Safety Always workplace.This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.Hitachi Global Air Power is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.

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