R&D Product Line Manager – Power Quality

Location:
Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, Sweden

Job ID:
R0065873

Date Posted:
2024-11-27

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:
The opportunity

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the energy sector? At Hitachi Energy, we drive innovation in grid and power quality solutions, advancing technology for a sustainable future.

As we continue to grow and evolve, we are seeking a Senior R&D Product Line Manager to lead the Global R&D of our expanding Power Quality business. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful execution of R&D projects and the efficient operation of our teams.

With a pioneering technology-leading offering, Hitachi Energy’s Power Quality Solutions support the green energy transition with solutions that bring resilience, stability and increased capacity to the power grid. As a result, more renewable energy sources can be integrated, environmental impacts minimized and lower the risk of disruption in the grid.

Why Join Us? Hear from Alireza Nami, Technology Manager for GPQSS, and hiring manager of the position: “In this role you get the chance to lead complex projects that contribute to a sustainable future, manage a diverse team of over 60 professionals, and shape the future of our Power Quality solutions”.

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for innovation and excellence, then we believe this role is for you.

How you’ll make an impact

• People Management: Lead, coach, and mentor global R&D teams of over 60 highly skilled professionals across multiple locations (Sweden, India, Poland). Manage their performance, development, and succession planning with the support of 4 direct reported line managers.
• Technology and Product Development: Oversee the execution and operations of R&D projects, ensuring alignment with business strategy and adherence to company processes and guidelines.
• Operations: Directly and indirectly manage R&D project and program managers, ensuring successful project execution within timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Execution Quality Assurance: Ensure outcomes and deliverables meet safety, cyber security, quality, reliability, and compliance standards throughout the development lifecycle.
• Change Management: Lead R&D project management transformation initiatives, working closely with diverse stakeholders to ensure effective change management.
• Strategy: Contribute to the Power Quality solutions strategy, updating it in line with market needs and technological advancements. Ensure execution and operations align with the strategy.

Your background

• Senior Leadership: Your exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills enable you to influence people and harmonize R&D with business objectives.
• Executive Management: You have a proven track record of managing large, cross-functional organizations, with a deep understanding of product development lifecycle models and processes.
• Educational Background: You hold a university degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Software Engineering, or related fields).
• Technical Expertise: You have experience with power products and systems, power electronics, especially in areas like energy transition, de-carbonization, and electrification.
• Communication: You have excellent communication and organizational development skills, effectively leading diverse stakeholders with varying interests and agendas.

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development​
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More about us

At Hitachi Energy, we value our people as our greatest asset, as we leverage diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences to foster a culture of innovation and collaboration. With our skilled and global project teams, we are there to support our customers worldwide to meet their sustainable goals, paving the way for a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy system.

The application is now open, and we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis. Apply today!

Recruiting Manager Alireza Nami, [email protected], will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, +46 107-38 91 48; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42 or Ingrid Rinaldo, +46 107-38 58 19. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Alexandra Lind, [email protected].

Location: (HE)Office_Vaesteras T7