Manager Protection Software team within HVDC Control & Protection

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable​ energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation
HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. It is also used to connect power systems.
Our success is made possible by the dedication and competence of our people. Knowing this means we need leaders with a focus on developing and empowering their team and a dedication to the Hitachi Energy company values.
You will join as an integral member of a diverse and high paced global management team at a time when the demand for our solutions is booming and we are expanding in order to help our clients reach their environmental targets. You will report to the Global Manager HVDC Control & Protection Software Solutions.
We are looking for an engaging and driven person to lead the HVDC Protection Software team for HVDC Control & Protection deliveries and that want to grow together with their team and the company. In this role you will lead a team of HVDC Control & Protection engineers working on HVDC Tenders and Projects across the globe.
We are interested to learn more about you and what you can contribute with son don’t hesitate to apply even though you don´t meet all requirements. A team with great cooperation and with diverse background is waiting for you to join!
Your responsibilities
Be a positive role model for your team and beyond by living Hitachi Energy’s Leadership Pillars as a leader which means live our vision, work together, deliver promises, and develop people.
You will lead a Software design team with a focus to develop the team and individuals as well as creating a compelling vision ahead together with the Software management team.
Adapting and implementing HVDC Control & Protection strategic initiatives to fit your team, in order to achieve business alignment.
Plan team composition, individual development and competences needed in order to meet business needs, in alignment with internal stakeholders and customers.
You will ensure quality output and take ownership of developing and documenting the team’s work processes and monitor process adherence as well as leading continuous improvement efforts within your team.
You are responsible for reporting software progress, team activities and potential risks to Global Manager HVDC Control & Protection Software Solutions.

Your background
You have a strong interest, and preferably documented experience, in management techniques, developing teams and individuals in order to unlock their potential or a documented background in project management, preferably with HVDC Control & Protection Software deliveries content.
As a person you have a passion for people and technology, you are able to handle digital stress and have the right inner drive and self-management skills to take on full responsibility for your scope and deliver on time in a dynamic environment.
You are communicative, engaged and can handle the busy digital landscape of today, comfortable utilizing Teams and O365 suit to efficiently communicate with your team and beyond.
You have an open, curious, and problem-solving mindset which means you enjoy improving, or replacing, existing processes, work methods and tools if you deem needed.
Proficient and fluent in English is required since you will be part of an international setting where you will need to communicate with people from all over the world.
Swedish skills would be advantageous.

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply before 6th of December! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager Sophie Fryland, sophie.fryland@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Stefan Barkman, +46 107-38 33 04; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Petra Berggren, petra.berggren@hitachienergy.com
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