R&D Manager, Power Reliability

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.

Your 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

What you bring

• 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

Conditions

• Workload: 100 %
• Work model: Hybrid
• Option of a permanent position after the assignment if both sides want it

What to expect

• 3–6 months interim, then a permanent position
• Onsite/hybrid work model

Technologies

• IEC 62443
• EU Cyber Resilience Act
• CE

How to apply

You apply with your Try&Hire profile: upload your CV, check the details, enter key facts and availability. A short introduction video is optional but helps. Our team will get in touch if your profile fits the assignment.