Location:Bad Honnef, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyJob ID: R0109219Date Posted:2025-10-29Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AGProfession (Job Category):Human ResourcesJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Engineering and R&amp;D Engagement Lead    The opportunityWe are seeking a dynamic and strategic Engineering and R&amp;D Engagement and Communication Lead  to drivestakeholder engagement, change management, and content excellence across Engineering, R&amp;D, and TrafoSchool. This role is pivotal in aligning teams, accelerating adoption of new processes, and ensuring that all communications and knowledge assets are coherent, accessible, and impactful.The position works in close partnership with the Global Communications Team, Engineering BU leadership, and IT platform teams, acting as the central channel owner for engineering governance, process updates, induction experiences, and content promotion.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Change Management &amp; Transformation Communications: Drive unified change communications through clear narratives, stakeholder briefings, and consistent assets; align timing with releases, track KPIs, and support continuity and cultural alignment during transformation.</li></ul><ul><li>Engineering Governance &amp; E2E Process Communications: Communicate BU-level engineering governance and process changes through targeted alerts, documentation, and coordinated publication with process owners and the Communications team.</li></ul><ul><li>Content Promotion &amp; Editorial Management: Manage the editorial calendar across internal and external channels, segment audiences for tailored messaging, and standardize branded templates to ensure consistent communication.</li></ul><ul><li>Induction Portal &amp; Onboarding Experience: Own and maintain the Engineering &amp; TrafoSchool induction portal, build tailored onboarding journeys, and coordinate content boundaries with Global Comms and IT.</li></ul><ul><li>Engineering and Technology BU Portal / Website Contribution: Maintain and update the Engineering BU and Technology portal content in line with governance and branding, ensuring accessibility and coordination with content owners.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaboration &amp; Governance: Partner with Global Communications and IT to ensure compliant, streamlined content governance across channels, enforcing a “single source of truth” approach and accessibility standards.</li></ul><ul><li>Metrics &amp; Success Criteria: Track adoption, engagement, and quality metrics across tools, campaigns, and content, using both quantitative KPIs and qualitative feedback to drive continuous improvement.</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Organizational Development,Engineering, or related field.</li><li>5+ years of experience in internal communications or change enablement, ideally in technical/industrial environments.</li><li>Proven ability to manage multi-channel strategies and produce high-quality content for diverse audiences.</li><li>Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills in English; ability to simplify complex technical topics.</li><li>Proficiency with enterprise platforms (SharePoint, AEM/Intranet, Viva Engage, MS Teams) and analytics tools.</li><li>Experience working in global, matrixed organizations and coordinating across functions and regions.</li><li>Strategic and delivery-focused communicator with strong stakeholder management, data-informed decision-making, and a passion for continuous improvement and inclusive culture.</li></ul>More about us<ul><li>Collaborative Culture: Join a highly motivated and supportive team that values collaboration and innovation.</li><li>Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and impactful implementation of the training and development concepts.</li><li>Meaningful Impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the world.</li></ul><h3></h3><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

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Engineering and R&D Engagement Lead

Location:Bad Honnef, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyJob ID: R0109219Date Posted:2025-10-29Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AGProfession (Job Category):Human ResourcesJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Engineering and R&amp;D Engagement Lead&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;The opportunityWe are seeking a dynamic and strategic Engineering and R&amp;D Engagement and Communication Lead&nbsp; to drivestakeholder engagement, change management, and content excellence across Engineering, R&amp;D, and TrafoSchool. This role is pivotal in aligning teams, accelerating adoption of new processes, and ensuring that all communications and knowledge assets are coherent, accessible, and impactful.The position works in close partnership with the Global Communications Team, Engineering BU leadership, and IT platform teams, acting as the central channel owner for engineering governance, process updates, induction experiences, and content promotion.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Change Management &amp; Transformation Communications: Drive unified change communications through clear narratives, stakeholder briefings, and consistent assets; align timing with releases, track KPIs, and support continuity and cultural alignment during transformation.</li></ul><ul><li>Engineering Governance &amp; E2E Process Communications: Communicate BU-level engineering governance and process changes through targeted alerts, documentation, and coordinated publication with process owners and the Communications team.</li></ul><ul><li>Content Promotion &amp; Editorial Management: Manage the editorial calendar across internal and external channels, segment audiences for tailored messaging, and standardize branded templates to ensure consistent communication.</li></ul><ul><li>Induction Portal &amp; Onboarding Experience: Own and maintain the Engineering &amp; TrafoSchool induction portal, build tailored onboarding journeys, and coordinate content boundaries with Global Comms and IT.</li></ul><ul><li>Engineering and Technology BU Portal / Website Contribution: Maintain and update the Engineering BU and Technology portal content in line with governance and branding, ensuring accessibility and coordination with content owners.</li></ul><ul><li>Collaboration &amp; Governance: Partner with Global Communications and IT to ensure compliant, streamlined content governance across channels, enforcing a “single source of truth” approach and accessibility standards.</li></ul><ul><li>Metrics &amp; Success Criteria: Track adoption, engagement, and quality metrics across tools, campaigns, and content, using both quantitative KPIs and qualitative feedback to drive continuous improvement.</li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Organizational Development,Engineering, or related field.</li><li>5+ years of experience in internal communications or change enablement, ideally in technical/industrial environments.</li><li>Proven ability to manage multi-channel strategies and produce high-quality content for diverse audiences.</li><li>Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills in English; ability to simplify complex technical topics.</li><li>Proficiency with enterprise platforms (SharePoint, AEM/Intranet, Viva Engage, MS Teams) and analytics tools.</li><li>Experience working in global, matrixed organizations and coordinating across functions and regions.</li><li>Strategic and delivery-focused communicator with strong stakeholder management, data-informed decision-making, and a passion for continuous improvement and inclusive culture.</li></ul>More about us<ul><li>Collaborative Culture:&nbsp;Join a highly motivated and supportive team that values collaboration and innovation.</li><li>Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and impactful implementation of the training and development concepts.</li><li>Meaningful Impact:&nbsp;Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the world.</li></ul><h3></h3><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

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