R&D Team Manager – HVDC Control & Protection System Solutions

As a R&D Team Manager in HVDC R&D Control & Protection System Solutions, you will be part of the Technology & Solutions Development (Business R&D) organization in HVDC, Hitachi Energy, Ludvika, Sweden.
At HVDC R&D Control and Protection System Solutions, we work extensively with Real-Time Hardware-In Loop innovation and development. The cutting-edge solutions developed in this team are the building blocks for commercial HVDC projects, enhancing the HVDC Control and Protection System offering by Hitachi Energy.
The HVDC technology has been on the market for the past 60 years and is an enabler for renewable energy integration, supporting future energy transition for a sustainable future. Please find out more about our world-leading technology at www.hitachienergy.com/HVDC.
Your responsibilities
Responsible for a Research and Development (R&D) team, manage planning, execution activities and resources.
Ensure quality, cost, timeliness of deliverables and stakeholders satisfaction.
Ensure cross-function, cross technology line/business collaboration e.g. product management, portfolio management etc.
People management, promote sustainable competence and talent development.
Create inspiring team’s vision connected with organization’s vision & strategy, promote innovation spirit and operation excellence.
Living Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background
You have Master’s degree and strong technical background within power system or software development, preferably in HVDC, FACTS etc.
Passion for people and technology. You are smart collaborator, strong in decision making, and have right inner drive to deliver in a dynamic environment.
Prior experience in R&D and in people management are preferable.
Proficiency in English is a requirement as you will be part of a company that operates on the global arena.

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 benefits could be connected to this specific role

Additional information
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply no later than 2024.08.18.
Recruiting Manager, Aditya Deb, aditya.deb@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives –  Sveriges Ingenjörer:  Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 25 73; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Ingrid Schjelderup ingrid.schjelderup@hitachienergy.com