ECAD Service Manager

pHitachi, Ltd. is seeking an ECAD Service Manager to oversee and optimize our electrical and electronic computer-aided design (ECAD) systems and services. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of ECAD applications and supporting Hitachi Energy engineering and other value chains globally. /ph3How you will make an Impact: /h3ulliManage and enhance the ECAD service portfolio, ensuring a harmonized and strategically aligned application landscape. /liliLead agile development teams, application managers, project managers, specialists, and external vendors. /liliOversee the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ECAD applications while ensuring data integrity and consistency. /liliManage the full lifecycle of ECAD applications and environments, including selection, deployment, maintenance, upgrades, and retirement. /liliCollaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements, demand, and strategic objectives. /liliManage vendor relationships, including software and hardware licensing, technical support, and contract negotiations. /liliEnsure successful delivery of software development projects in alignment with the Hitachi Energy IT Project Management Framework. /liliDevelop and implement ECAD best practices, standards, and procedures to improve design efficiency and quality. /liliEvaluate and introduce new ECAD technologies and methodologies to enhance productivity and design capabilities. /liliManage budgets for ECAD software, hardware, and services while ensuring compliance with industry standards, company policies, data security requirements, and monitoring system performance and team activities. /li /ulh3Your Background /h3ulliBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's degree preferred. /liliMinimum 8 years of experience in ECAD system administration, development, support, or design engineering roles. /liliAt least 3 years of leadership or management experience. Proven ability to manage projects, prioritize workloads, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. /liliStrong experience with Agile software development methodologies such as SAFe, Scrum, and Kanban. /liliKnowledge of IT service management frameworks, particularly ITIL. /liliExtensive hands-on experience with industry-standard ECAD tools, including Zuken E3.series, Altium, or similar platforms. /liliDemonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior business stakeholders. /liliStrong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, purchasing, and cost management. /li /ulpThe final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures. /ppThis role may be open in multiple locations. If the salary information listed is not applicable for your current home location, salary details relevant to your location will be discussed with you at a later stage. /ppOur benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes: /pulliCompetitive salary and incentives /liliWell-being and care /liliPaid and unpaid leave /liliFlexible work options /liliBenefits that support your financial security /li /ulpYou will receive more specific information during the recruitment process. /ppJob type Full time /ppWork arrangement Hybrid /ppExperience Management /ppJob function IT, Telecom Internet /ppContract Regular /ppPublication date /ppReference number R /ph3About Hitachi Energy /h3pWe are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives. /ppWith over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. /ppWith an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today. /p