Project Engineer - Smart Metering (IT Stack)
Cuculus · India
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- India
Job highlights
- Support project managers on national/international energy projects.
- Utilize MS Project, Jira, and Confluence for task tracking.
- Manage project documentation, scheduling, and reporting.
- Assist with technical administration and billing activities.
- Gain experience in project planning and execution.
About the role
Project Engineer Smart Metering
Shape the utilities market of the future with us! Join our team in our office in Bangalore as an Assistant Project Manager.
Role Overview
The Project Engineer supports Project Managers and division leadership in overseeing national and international projects within the energy sector. This role is instrumental in easing the administrative and organizational workload of Project Managers, while ensuring the smooth execution of project tasks and deliverables. The Project Engineer plays a key role in project planning, monitoring, and execution, and provides technical assistance to colleagues in using tools like MS Project, Jira, and Confluence. Additionally, the role is responsible for preparing documentation, tracking deadlines, and coordinating key project activities and reports.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist Project Managers and division leadership with planning, controlling, and implementing project activities, particularly in project tracking and reporting.
- Support in the creation and maintenance of project documentation, including status reports and portfolio summaries.
- Provide technical support to project teams in the use of MS Project, Jira, and Confluence for task and issue tracking.
- Coordinate scheduling and prepare documentation for meetings, including agendas and follow-ups.
- Record meeting minutes and ensure timely documentation and tracking of key action items.
- Monitor project timelines, ensure adherence to deadlines, and support escalation of delays where necessary.
- Manage the technical administration of the Progressive Web App (PWA) used in project workflows.
- Assist Project Managers with monthly billing activities, including tracking hours logged by project team members.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Certification in Project Management (e.g., CAPM, PMP, Prince2 Foundation) is an advantage.
- 5-6 years of relevant experience in a project coordination or support role, preferably in the energy or IT sector.
- Familiarity with project lifecycle processes and reporting frameworks.
- Experience working in a multinational or cross-functional environment is a plus.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Project Tools Proficiency: Hands-on experience with MS Project, Jira, and Confluence is essential.
- Documentation & Reporting: Strong skills in preparing project documentation, reports, meeting minutes, and presentations.
- Time & Task Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and dependencies efficiently.
- Analytical Thinking: Basic understanding of project controlling, portfolio reporting, and data interpretation.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; German language skills are a plus.
- Team Support: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and support Project Managers.
- Technical Familiarity: Understanding of digital tools and applications such as Progressive Web Apps (PWA).
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in tracking schedules, deadlines, and billing hours.
Why Us?
This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with experienced Project Managers and senior leadership on national and international projects in the energy sector. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, and Confluence, while developing a solid understanding of project planning, controlling, and reporting practices. By actively contributing to project execution, documentation, and stakeholder coordination, you will build a strong foundation in both the technical and administrative aspects of project management. The role also offers exposure to cross-functional teams, global operations, and digital tools like Progressive Web Apps (PWA), providing a well-rounded learning experience and clear growth path within project and program management.
About Us
Cuculus is the key to providing utilities to all, while protecting the world’s precious resources. Jointly with our international partner network, we provide cutting-edge software and technology solutions to address utility challenges now and in the future. Cuculus will never tire of creating innovative technology and services that enable utilities and organizations to successfully transition to a new era of providing and managing electricity, water, and gas. The work we do is important for individuals, cities, and entire nations. Our work is serious, but we have fun with it, too.
Key skills/competency
- Project Management
- MS Project
- Jira
- Confluence
- Project Documentation
- Reporting
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Energy Sector
- IT Sector
- Progressive Web Apps (PWA)
Skills & topics
- Project Engineer
- Smart Metering
- Project Management
- MS Project
- Jira
- Confluence
- IT
- Energy Sector
- Utilities
- Technical Support
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 5-6 years of project coordination experience, especially in energy or IT sectors.
- Showcase tool proficiency: Emphasize hands-on experience with MS Project, Jira, and Confluence.
- Demonstrate project lifecycle knowledge: Detail your familiarity with project planning, controlling, and reporting.
- Quantify achievements: Use data to show your accuracy in tracking deadlines and billing hours.
- Highlight international experience: Mention any multinational or cross-functional project work.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Project Engineer - Smart Metering role at Cuculus?
- The Project Engineer - Smart Metering role at Cuculus focuses on supporting Project Managers in overseeing national and international projects within the energy sector, with a strong emphasis on administrative and organizational tasks, project planning, monitoring, execution, and technical assistance with tools like MS Project, Jira, and Confluence.
- What are the key responsibilities for a Project Engineer at Cuculus?
- Key responsibilities include assisting Project Managers with project planning and tracking, creating and maintaining project documentation, providing technical support for tools like MS Project, Jira, and Confluence, coordinating meetings, monitoring timelines, managing the technical administration of PWAs, and assisting with monthly billing activities.
- What qualifications are required for the Project Engineer position at Cuculus?
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field is required. Additionally, 5-6 years of relevant experience in project coordination or support, preferably in the energy or IT sector, and familiarity with project lifecycle processes are essential.
- Which project management tools is Cuculus looking for candidates to be proficient in?
- Cuculus is specifically looking for candidates with hands-on experience in MS Project, Jira, and Confluence. Proficiency in these tools is considered essential for the Project Engineer role.
- Are there opportunities for career growth in this Project Engineer role at Cuculus?
- Yes, the role offers a clear growth path within project and program management. It provides exposure to cross-functional teams, global operations, and digital tools, along with hands-on experience and a solid understanding of project management practices, fostering a well-rounded learning experience.
- What is Cuculus's mission regarding the utilities sector?
- Cuculus's mission is to enable the provision of utilities to all while protecting the world's resources. They achieve this by providing cutting-edge software and technology solutions to help utilities and organizations transition to new ways of managing electricity, water, and gas.
- Does Cuculus have a specific location requirement for this Project Engineer role?
- The job description mentions offices in Bangalore, and potential locations for the role include Gurgoan, Kolkata, and Bengaluru, indicating a presence in India.