Group Manager - Engineering and Technology (Transformers)

The opportunity
We are seeking an accomplished Engineering Group Manager with a strong mechanical background, ideally with exposure to the transformer industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a multidisciplinary engineering team, driving operational excellence, project management, and innovative solutions. You will play a pivotal role in process improvement, resource planning, competency development, and effective global stakeholder engagement.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Plan and allocate resources efficiently to support global and local business needs.
• Manage end-to-end engineering project execution, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Oversee project tracking systems, risk assessments, and mitigation planning.
• Provide technical guidance in engineering and support design reviews.Drive & monitor key performance indicators such as First Pass Yield (FPY), On-Time Delivery (OTD), and Efficiency.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders, customers & cross-functional team to understand requirements, provide updates, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Develop and execute strategies for scope addition, team scaling, and long-term capability building. Create and maintain a roadmap for team growth, aligned with organizational goals and future technology trends.
• Identify skill gaps and implement strategies for competency development and career growth. Conduct regular team/individual performance reviews and set development plans.
• Drive recruitment and onboarding of new team members to support business expansion. Manage budgeting and invoicing processes.
• Establish and manage productive relationships with global/local vendors and third parties, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of quality processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. 
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background:

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• 15+ years in engineering roles, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial or team leadership position, ideally in a global or multi-location environment
• Experience in the transformer industry is a significant advantage.
• Proven experience in managing projects, driving process and quality improvements, and working with global stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking with a proactive approach to growth and scalability. Strong analytical, organizational, and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building abilities.
• Proficiency in CAD tools, automation workflows, and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Familiarity with digital tools and platforms that enhance engineering productivity.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage team dynamics, resolve conflicts, and maintain a positive work environment.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.