Global Product Manager Automation

Hitachi; Genova; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading technology firm is seeking a Global Product Manager to drive the strategy for the control and automation product line. Based in Genoa, Liguria, the successful candidate will leverage 10 years of experience in power conversion systems and electrical automation. The role involves developing product roadmaps, identifying market opportunities, and ensuring compliance with requirements. Strong communication skills and the ability to travel internationally are essential for success in this collaborative position.

Competenze

• 10 years of hands-on experience with deep understanding of power conversion systems.
• Strong understanding of control systems and plant automation.
• Ability to work collaboratively across global teams and travel internationally.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain the global product roadmap for control and automation product line.
• Identify market growth opportunities for control & automation solutions.
• Build business cases for new product developments and enhancements.

Conoscenze

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Power conversion systems

Electrical grid automation

Renewable energy

Compelling communication skills

Project management

Formazione

MSc/BSc in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related fields

Strumenti

HP Unix

Automation Testing

Descrizione del lavoro

We are seeking a Global Product Manager to lead the strategy and vision of control and automation product line of Power Conversion Solution product portfolio. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic product management responsibilities. You will define and maintain the product roadmap, manage the product lifecycle and build compelling business cases to drive growth. As a thought leader you will shape the future of control and automation product line of Power Conversion Solutions product portfolio. You will be working in multiple domains like energy storage applications, renewable integration and latest technologies, ensuring our product line is compliant with grid codes, cybersecurity standards and operational technology best practices.

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop and maintain the global product roadmap for the control and automation product line in PCS product portfolio.
• Identify market growth opportunities – collect, verify and define market requirements for control & automation solutions for different customer segments.
• Build business cases for new product developments and enhancements aligning with market trends and customer needs.
• Translate complex market and customer requirements into clear actionable specifications for the R&D team leveraging your deep technical knowledge in control and automation.
• Ensure our product solutions are compliant with international grid codes, cybersecurity requirements and OT operational standards.
• Act as a thought leader influencing industry standards and representing the company in technical forums and conferences, as well as participating in customer meetings and driving the development of the solution requirements.
• Work goal‑oriented in close collaboration with different internal business units and functions, end customers and development teams. Communicating and coordinating with people of different technical backgrounds is a key success factor.
• Live core values of safety and integrity which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• MSc/BSc in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• 10 years of hands‑on experience with deep understanding for power conversion systems, electrical grid automation and solution development in the field of renewable energy or battery energy storage.
• Knowledge of power systems LV, MV and HV, electrical equipment, switchgears, generation equipment; understanding of power system simulation models and impact on grid‑code compliance; knowledge of components such as RTUs, protocol gateways, SCADA, PLCs, plant networking.
• Strong understanding of control systems, plant automation, grid‑code compliance and OT cybersecurity.
• Proven ability to develop product strategies, roadmaps and business cases.
• Personable, pro‑active professional able to demonstrate full commitment to exceptional customer care and service in all activities.
• Compelling communication, negotiation and presentation skills – e.g. able to give keynote speeches in customer workshops and trainings.
• Proactivity, flexibility, good communication, interpersonal and team‑working skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across global teams and travel internationally (20% of the time).

More about us

We offer you the opportunity to work with fantastic people and develop yourself on projects that present great technical challenges and have a real impact.

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Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

Hp Unix, Automation, Bar Management, Automation Testing, Electrical & Automation

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Global Product Manager Automation • Genoa, Liguria, Italy