R&D Portfolio Manager HVDC

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HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a business unit within Hitachi Energy located in Ludvika. The unit 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. HVDC is also used to connect power systems.
Are you ready to take on a position where you can influence the future development of the power industry? In the role of R&D Portfolio Manager, you will be part of T&SD HVDC core team and be responsible for the R&D portfolio for HVDC, developing systems and solutions for power transmission.
In this position you have the opportunity of creating networks, cherish human relations as well as working independently towards clear deadlines.
Your responsibilities
Translate product roadmap and technical vision into a R&D portfolio.
Responsibility for defining the R&D budget together with R&D Technology Manager.
Overall responsible for the R&D budget distribution between projects aligned with Product Management and R&D Technology Manager.
Responsible for global project execution and reporting, including but not limited to deliver on time, on budget, and on quality.
Close collaboration with Product Management regarding the direction and content, as well as with Engineering, Project, Operations and Service teams regarding the deliverables.

Your background
To be successful in this position we see that you have experience in R&D project management and/or portfolio management.
You have a degree in M.Sc. in Electrical/Power/Physics/Power Electronics/Computer Science or equal.
Good knowledge of valve and HVDC system.
You are structured, driven and like to continuously improve processes and come with new ideas.
You are collaborative, solutions-oriented approach, and strong communication skills.
Team player with drive and interpersonal competence, strong leadership and communication skills, who can manage demanding expectations and complex interdependencies.
Project management certification and experience of Lean Product Development and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) is preferable.
Available for travels is essential for all global roles.
Fluency in English, written and spoken alike, is required for this role.

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply by 14th of June! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager Jürgen Häfner, jurgen.hafner@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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