Global Manager - Lead Engineering for Project Execution

Join the Lead Engineering office, be part of the Lead Engineering management team and manage one of the two Lead Engineering department for projects.
In this role, you will lead and guide the members of the team spread across several countries around the world. The team you will manage is mainly independent individuals with vast experience in the role and in HVDC.
“You will have engineers with experience from various technical areas and different seniority levels to coach, therefore we are looking for you who are willing to drive the growth of the department and develop the way of working. “ – Hiring Manager Göran Lindquist
Your Responsibilities
Providing strategic direction, leadership, and coordination of the function and operational work together with technical specialists.
Building and developing the team and the individuals in it by managing employee training and development initiatives.
Taking a proactive approach and actively participate in recruiting activities.
Planning for project staffing, as well as planning for both short-term and more strategic long-term changes in the team structure.
Develop, improve, and implement strategic people management initiatives and ensuring processes are in place to capture and share best practices and operational experiences.
Partnering with and take an active role in the Lead Engineering management team.

Your Background
Experience as a people manager, or other relevant leadership or management experience, in a similar industry is highly qualifying.
It is a benefit if you have worked with HVDC technology before.
Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with employees and management.
Fluency in English is a must while knowledge of Swedish is a plus.

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
The role can be based in Ludvika or Västerås, but requires frequent presence at our office in Ludvika, with flexibility of hybrid working.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so do not hesitate to apply today!
Recruiting Manager Göran Lindquist, goran.lindquist@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Ledarna: : Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043; Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort +46 107-382 986; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren +46 107-38 21 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Nicole Bergman, nicole.bergman@hitachienergy.com