R&D Team Manager for Tap-changer Development

The opportunity

Would you like to work in an international environment, with interesting career prospects and opportunities for broad networking? If you are ready for a challenge, you should become our new R&D Team Manager.

Transformers is a business line within Hitachi Energy. The business line manufactures power transformers, reactors and transformer components including Bushings and tap changers. The unit also supplies electrical insulation materials, fiber composite materials, machined and welded components.

You will be part of the global R&D team of BU Transformers, powered by about 300 engineers located in 12 countries. To lead our Tap-Changers R&D Team located in Ludvika, BL Transformers is currently looking for a driven and determined individual eager to take up a new challenge.

How you’ll make an impact

• As an R&D Team Manager your core task will be to, together with your team of engineers, successfully execute and hand over R&D projects within the given budget, time and scope as defined by the Technology Managers and Global Product Manager.

• You will be responsible for line management and the development of the team and team members.  Further, as manager and resource owner, you will lead and distribute work task, support the team and the project managers to drive the projects, implement existing and further develop efficient work processes to increase productivity as well as preparing annual budget and follow up execution.

• You will ensure prompt and regular reporting on the projects status and take proactive action in case of any deviation from the agreed baseline.

• In the role you will collaborate directly with other R&D teams, different Hitachi Research Centers, receiving factories and engineering teams around the world, with a local focus for cross functional interaction.

• In R&D, you will encourage and support the team to challenge existing technology, propose projects and processes contributing to the global plans and processes.

• The team involvement ranges from technology scouting and assessment, technology development including working with intellectual properties to product development and product maintenance and improvements.

Your background

• You have a relevant engineering background combined with a couple of years of experience of product development.  Higher formal education in relevant fields will be meriting.
• It is beneficial to have been in a management position or to have proven equivalent experience of leading teams. 
• Knowledge in the field of Transformer components, as well as hands on experience of larger and multi-year projects will be considered a plus.
• You possess a strong character, demonstrating determination and a results-driven approach. Your open mindset and deep sense of ownership ensure you consistently meet and exceed assigned targets.
• You excel at managing diverse teams, with the ability to coach, motivate, and inspire others. Your innovative and creative mindset drives you to actively challenge and improve existing approaches.
• You are very familiar with Project Management and Product Development practices. You work in a structured way, applying relevant methods, procedures, and tools.
• Your presentation skills are strong, and naturally, your spoken and written Swedish and English are good.

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

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

Recruiting Manager Jan Hajek, jan.hajek@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, +46 107-38 31 52; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Tomas L. Gustafsson, +46 107-38 27 47. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Gustaf Hedström, gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com