R&D Leader & Product Line Manager

ppSécheron Hasler Group is a global leader in railway and industrial electrification systems, offering cutting-edge solutions to enhance transportation and decarbonize industrial processes. With a rich Swiss heritage of over a century and a commitment to innovation, Sécheron Hasler Group is growing worldwide. /p pFor the biggest Business Unit Electrical Safety Solutions (ESS) we are looking for an ambitious and experienced RD Leader Product Line Manager leading all RD and project application activities related to product development of AC-Off-Load products, Modboxes and Pantographs. In this role you work in close collaboration with the other Product Line Managers, with Sales Organization, Product Marketing Manager and Business Development Manager to drive the business unit’s market growth. /p h3Global objectives /h3 ul liOperational lead of RD team for AC-Off-Load products, Modboxes and Pantographs to technically enhance the products and the product portfolio. Ensure timely realization of RD roadmap by maintaining RD budgets. /li liEnsure commercial success of product lines following technical market demands and provide technical product maintenance. /li liManage project teams for customer projects to meet project timelines, cost and quality. /li liLeads team of approx. 40 FTE with several direct reports. /li /ul h3Key responsibilities /h3 ul liOperational management of RD activities for all AC-Off-Load products, Modboxes and Pantographs to meet development targets (product maturity, timing, quality and cost) and improve the products in the long term. /li liTechnical coordination of various RD teams in Geneva, Prague, Manchester and Milano. /li liControl of projects while respecting the development phases. /li liManage product standardization, technical state of the art, design to cost and design for manufacturing while ensuring their safety function in our customer applications. /li liStimulate RD activities for feasibility studies and manage RD budgets. /li liImplementation of procedures and tools to improve productivity, project and RD transparency. /li liManage and adapt RD and project resources by setting priorities, ensuring appropriate training and performance in line with expectations. /li liFoster external RD collaboration with respective working groups, laboratories, as well as certification norms (ISO and IRIS). /li liEnsure growth of the development team outside Switzerland. /li liClose collaboration with other RD Product Line Teams, Industrialization Team, Test Laboratory, ESS Sales Organization, Production sites, Quality Department, Product Marketing Manager and Business Development Manager. /li /ul ul liMaster degree in electrical engineering, power electronics or equivalent. /li liAt least 10 years’ experience as Product Line Manager leading RD for high/medium voltage/electronics products in an international industrial B2B environment. /li liSuccessful track record and proven working experience in product line management and driving RD teams across the organization. /li liTechnical knowledge and working experience in at least one of the following industry sectors: high voltage, railway traction systems, power transmission distribution, renewable energy, robotics and equipment industry. /li /ul ul liInterest and ability to understand DC and AC power systems and corresponding product needs. /li liExcellent project management and organizational skills. /li liOutstanding communication and presentation capabilities. /li liClient oriented business and development approach. /li liProven ability to think creatively, identify and resolve problems. /li liExperienced to work under pressure and meet deadlines. /li liProficiency in MS-Office programs, 3D-tools knowledge desirable. /li liEnglish: Written and oral proficiency. /li liFrench and/or German desirable. /li /ul pWe have flat hierarchies and direct communication between departments and management levels is encouraged. This allows us to make decisions quickly. /p pWe give our employees full responsibility for their work tasks. All employees are encouraged to take initiative and contribute to the operational excellence of the company, and have ample opportunities to achieve their personal and professional growth goals. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr