Technology Manager Power Conversion (f / m / d)

Overview

The opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of energy?

We are expanding our Power Conversion business and looking for a Technology Manager Power Conversion to lead global R&D projects.

This role is key to driving successful project execution and team performance. With a pioneering technology-leading offering, Hitachi’s Power Conversion supports the green energy transition with solutions that bring resilience, stability and increased capacity to the power grid. This enables more renewable energy, reduces environmental impact, and lowers disruption risks.

Why Join Us? Hear from Alireza Nami, Technology Manager for GPQSS,

In this role you get the chance to lead complex projects that contribute to a sustainable future, manage a diverse team of over 60 professionals, and shape the future of our Power Quality Conversion solutions.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead, coach, and mentor global R&D teams of over 60 professionals across multiple locations
• Ensure team alignment with business strategy and drive performance and development
• Oversee R&D project execution, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to safety, cybersecurity, and quality standards
• Manage R&D programs directly and indirectly, supporting cross-functional collaboration
• Drive organizational transformation and implement new ways of working across teams
• Contribute to and execute the Power Conversion strategy, updating it based on market needs and technological advancements

Your background

• Master’s or PhD in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Software, or related fields)
• Proven leadership in managing large, cross-functional teams and aligning R&D with business goals
• Extensive experience in product development and lifecycle management
• Deep knowledge of power conversion and control, with experience in one or more application areas such as industry, transport, or distribution grids related to energy transition
• Skilled in leading organizational transformation and driving change
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across diverse interests and agendas

More About Us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

We Offer

• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi
• Mentor to support you throughout onboarding phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.