R&D Team Manager – Next Generation Grids Transformers

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy isseekingan experiencedand motivatedR&D Team Manager to leadourNext Generation Grids TransformersteaminLodz,Poland. 

In this role, you will manage a team of8+engineers and drive the development of advancedand innovativetechnologies, includingpower electronics enhanced transformers, line voltageregulatorsand specialtransformers. You will combinepeopleleadership 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 of8+ engineers withknow-howindistributiontransformers, powerconvertersand 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 roadmapsfor 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 tomaximize impact and operational efficiency.

• Site laboratory and infrastructure responsibility, including driving expansion plans

• Foster a climate ofcollaboration,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 inproduct development, or technology management

• Strong technicalbackgroundintransformers and power converters

• Proven experience inproject managementwithin R&Dorproduct development

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

• Experience working in international and cross-functional environments

• Strong communicationskills in Englishas well as stakeholder engagement capabilities

We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully.