Beschreibung
This role leads a global R&D organisation responsible for excitation and synchronization systems that stabilize power plants and grids, supporting renewable and hydro generation.
Tasks
- Lead global R&D teams for excitation, synchronization, hydropower and emerging applications
- Translate product roadmaps into technology roadmaps, development plans and investment proposals
- Balance resources, budget, quality and time-to-market through structured gate processes
- Own the technical product lifecycle from development to end-of-life
- Ensure regulatory, cybersecurity and product-standard compliance including CE and IEC 62443
- Develop engineering talent, succession plans and optimize the global R&D footprint
- Coordinate external partners and execution centers
Profile
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- At least 10 years of experience in R&D, engineering or product development in power generation or industrial automation
- At least five years of leadership experience in an international organisation with distributed, multicultural teams
- Solid understanding of power electronics and control systems in power generation or related industrial applications
- Experience translating business strategy into technology roadmaps and investment priorities
- Experience managing technical product lifecycles including obsolescence and installed-base support
- Knowledge of regulatory and cybersecurity frameworks including CE, EU Cyber Resilience Act and IEC 62443
- Fluent English required, German is an advantage
Offer
- 3–6 months interim, then a permanent position
- Onsite/hybrid work model
Company
Energy and power generation technology