R&D Team Manager – Next Generation Grids Transformers

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Łódź; On-site; PLN 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Lodz, Poland seeks an experienced R&D Team Manager to lead the Next Generation Grids Transformers team. You will manage an eight-plus engineers, drive development of advanced technologies, and own project delivery in a global environment.

You will provide technical leadership, contribute to strategy, and collaborate with cross-functional teams worldwide, while scaling lab capabilities and driving innovation.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Several years of industrial experience in product development or technology management.
• Strong technical background in transformers and power converters.
• Proven experience in project management within R&D or product development.
• Experience in leading technical teams (line or project leadership).
• Experience working in international and cross-functional environments.
• Strong communication skills in English and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate an international R&D team of 8+ engineers with expertise in distribution transformers, power converters and lab testing.
• Provide technical leadership and support the team in solving complex engineering challenges.
• Contribute to R&D strategy and technology direction, including roadmaps for the New Generation Grids Transformers product line.
• Plan, drive, and deliver R&D projects with alignment to scope, timelines and quality targets.
• Collaborate closely with global R&D teams, engineering functions, and external partners.
• Manage project resources and budgets to maximize impact and efficiency.
• Oversee site laboratory and infrastructure, including expansion plans.
• Foster collaboration, growth, and an innovation mindset; introduce new tools and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

English communication

Team leadership

Education

Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced and motivated R&D Team Manager to lead our Next Generation Grids Transformers team in Lodz, Poland.

In this role, you will manage a team of 8+ engineers and drive the development of advanced and innovative technologies, including power electronics enhanced transformers, line voltage regulators and special transformers. You will combine people leadership with strong technical guidance and project ownership, contributing to the execution of R&D strategy in a global environment.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Lead, develop, and motivate an international R&D team of 8+ engineers with know-how in distribution transformers, power converters and lab testing

• Provide technical leadership and support the team in solving complex engineering challenges

• Contribute to R&D strategy and technology direction, including development of roadmaps for the New Generation Grids Transformers product line

• Plan, drive, and deliver R&D projects, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and quality targets

• Collaborate closely with global R&D teams, engineering functions, and external partners

• Manage project resources and budgets to maximize impact and operational efficiency.

• Site laboratory and infrastructure responsibility, including driving expansion plans

• Foster a climate of collaboration, professional growth, and a strong innovation mindset.

• Introduce and implement new tools, technologies, and processes to improve performance

Your Background

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

• Several years of industrial experience in product development, or technology management

• Strong technical background in transformers and power converters

• Proven experience in project management within R&D or product development

• Experience in leading technical teams (line or project leadership)

• Experience working in international and cross-functional environments

• Strong communication skills in English as well as stakeholder engagement capabilities

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