The posting
This role leads a global R&D organisation responsible for excitation and synchronization systems that stabilize power plants and grids, supporting renewable and hydro generation.
## Tasks - Lead global R&D teams for excitation, synchronization, hydropower and emerging applications - Translate product roadmaps into technology roadmaps, development plans and investment proposals - Balance resources, budget, quality and time-to-market through structured gate processes - Own the technical product lifecycle from development to end-of-life - Ensure regulatory, cybersecurity and product-standard compliance including CE and IEC 62443 - Develop engineering talent, succession plans and optimize the global R&D footprint - Coordinate external partners and execution centers
## Profile - Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline - At least 10 years of experience in R&D, engineering or product development in power generation or industrial automation - At least five years of leadership experience in an international organisation with distributed, multicultural teams - Solid understanding of power electronics and control systems in power generation or related industrial applications - Experience translating business strategy into technology roadmaps and investment priorities - Experience managing technical product lifecycles including obsolescence and installed-base support - Knowledge of regulatory and cybersecurity frameworks including CE, EU Cyber Resilience Act and IEC 62443 - Fluent English required, German is an advantage
## Offer - 3–6 months interim, then a permanent position - Onsite/hybrid work model
## Company Energy and power generation technology
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