[Hiring] Project Engineer - Smart Metering @Cuculus GmbH

Role Description

Shape the utilities market of the future with us. Join our team in our office in Bangalore as Assistant Project Manager. The Project Engineer supports the 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.

As a Project Engineer, you will be an integral part of the project execution lifecycle, supporting cross-functional teams in achieving project goals and maintaining high standards of delivery.

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.

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

• Hands-on experience with MS Project, Jira, and Confluence is essential.
• Strong skills in preparing project documentation, reports, meeting minutes, and presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and dependencies efficiently.
• Basic understanding of project controlling, portfolio reporting, and data interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; German language skills are a plus.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and support Project Managers.
• Understanding of digital tools and applications such as Progressive Web Apps (PWA).
• High level of accuracy in tracking schedules, deadlines, and billing hours.

Benefits

• 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.
• Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, and Confluence.
• Develop a solid understanding of project planning, controlling, and reporting practices.
• Build a strong foundation in both the technical and administrative aspects of project management.
• 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.

Company Description

Cuculus GmbH Germany | Lindenstraße 9-11, 98693 Ilmenau | Großer Brockhaus 1, 04103 Leipzig | Anger 63, 99084 Erfurt | United Arabic Emirates | Swiss Tower, Cluster Y, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai | South Africa, 16 North Road, 2196 Gauteng, Johannesburg