Manager Software Lead Engineering

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The Manager for Software Lead Engineering heads a team of Software Lead Engineers in Marine & Ports at Process Automation, guiding and coaching them, and developing their skills and knowledge.
In this role, you will oversee engineering projects, delivering high-quality, cost-effective and timely engineering solutions to customers, in line with the contract, safety and quality requirements. You will be involved in projects from early sales activities to final hand over to the customers and thereafter also support and after sales projects.
The position is located in Västerås.
This position reports to
Global Engineering Manager
Your responsibilities
Working closely with customers and project management to shape and deliver technical solutions, and utilizing feedback to deliver improvements and maintain customer satisfaction
Being part of the Engineering management team and responsible for the system delivery including application design, and technical support for crane and terminal automation systems
Ensuring that the Software Lead engineering team is adequately resourced and equipped, including formulating plans and allocating resources
Overseeing the completion of risk and opportunity assessments and implementing the resulting actions
Developing and driving continuous improvement to optimize processes, policies and procedures
Assisting in the allocation of budget for Design and Engineering department and managing business performance

Your background
A Master's or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Computer Science, or similar field
3-5 years of experience in software development, working as manager or project manager with industrial automation or other relevant experience
Sound knowledge of engineering techniques, processes and tools, including system-oriented development
A strong focus on safe work practices and dedication to following workplace safety guidelines
A high level of self-motivation and curiosity, and a desire to learn about new technologies
Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a collaborative, solution-focused approach and strong written and spoken communication skills
As you will have frequent international contacts, you are fluent in English, written and spoken alike. Additional language skills as e.g Swedish are a strong advantage

More about us
ABB Marine & Ports designs and develops intelligent terminal automation solutions and services for container and bulk cargo handling as well as world-leading technologies that are driving the evolution of sustainable shipping. Data-driven decision support and integrated solutions for ship and shore from ABB are paving the way to a zero-emission marine industry, and optimized container terminals. Our automation and electrical solutions are making port and terminal operations safer, greener and more productive. ABB Marine & Ports operates in 26 countries and has 2,000 employees. Learn more about what we do at www.abb.com/ports
Recruiting Manager Per Klasson, +4672 464 48 25, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Blomqvist, +4621 34 21 48; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +4621 34 23 25; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +4621 34 02 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Sara Vestin, +4690-17 68 00.
We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.