Service Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Oslo; On-site; NOK 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Norway AS seeks a Service Manager to lead and grow the HVDC and Power Electronics service business in Norway. You will oversee service operations, develop a high-performing team, and work with customers and stakeholders to create long-term value.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Power Engineering, leadership experience, and fluency in Norwegian and English. Travel within Norway and occasionally internationally is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires leadership and service-management experience in electrical power sectors.
• Experience with HVDC or power-electronics solutions is advantageous.
• Fluent Norwegian and English; willing to travel in Norway and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the HVDC and Power Electronics service business in Norway.
• Oversee service operations, ensuring safe, high-quality delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Develop a high-performing team of service engineers and technicians.
• Build strong customer relationships and manage key accounts.
• Identify new service opportunities and support commercial initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Service management

HVDC

Power Electronics

Stakeholder management

Norwegian & English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Location: Oslo, Oslo, Norway Job ID: R0137126 Date Posted: 2026-08-10 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY NORWAY AS Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description: The opportunity As Service Manager for our HVDC and Power Electronics service business in Norway, you will lead and grow our service team, ensuring excellent service delivery, strong customer partnerships, and sustainable business growth. You will oversee service operations, develop a high-performing team, and work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to create long-term value.

How you'll make an impact

Lead and develop the HVDC and Power Electronics service business in Norway. Ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality service delivery that meets customer expectations and service agreements. Build strong customer relationships and serve as the main point of contact for key accounts. Drive business growth by identifying new service opportunities and supporting commercial initiatives. Lead, coach, and develop a team of service engineers and technicians. Manage operational performance, resources, budgets, and compliance with HSE and quality standards.

Your background

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related field. Experience in service management or a senior technical role within power transmission, high-voltage, or power electronics industries. Knowledge of HVDC and/or Power Electronics solutions is an advantage. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Commercial mindset with the ability to develop customer relationships and business opportunities. Fluent in Norwegian and English, with willingness to travel within Norway and occasionally internationally.

Questions regarding the role can be directed to Odd Lekva: [e-mail]. We only process applications that are registered electronically with relevant attachments.

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