Hitachi Energy isseekingan experiencedand motivatedR&D Team Manager to leadourNext Generation Grids Transformersteamin Geneva, Switzerland.
In this role, you will manage a team of5+engineers and drive the development of advancedand innovativetechnologies, includingmedium frequencytransformersandpower electronics enhanced transformers. You will combinepeopleleadership with strong technical guidance and project ownership, contributing to the execution of R&D strategy in a global environment.
How you’ll make an impact
Lead, develop, and motivate an international R&D team of 5+ engineers withknow-howin medium frequency transformers, powerconvertersand lab testing
Provide technical leadership and support the team in solving complex engineering challenges
Contribute to R&D strategy and technology direction, including development of roadmapsfor the New Generation Grids Transformers product line
Plan, drive, and deliver R&D projects, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and quality targets
Collaborate closely with global R&D teams, engineering functions, and external partners
Manage project resources and budgets tomaximize impact and operational efficiency
SiteR&Dlaboratory and infrastructure responsibility, including driving expansion plans
Introduce and implement new tools, technologies, and processes to improve performance
Your background
Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field
Several years of industrial experience inproduct development, or technology management
Strong technicalbackgroundintransformers and power converters
Proven experience inproject managementwithin R&Dorproduct development
Experience in leading technical teams (line or project leadership)and working in international and cross-functional environments
Strong communicationskills in English (French is a plus)as well as stakeholder engagement capabilities
More about us
You will join a collaborative and international R&D environment at the forefront of next-generation grid technologies. Working in Geneva, you will contribute to innovative transformer solutions that support the energy transition and the development of more flexible and sustainable power systems.
Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
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