Job Description
Are you passionate about technical development, modern leadership, and driving real change? Do you want a key role where you're responsible for developing new, exciting products that contribute to a more energy-efficient future? We're now seeking an engaged and driven Manager NPD (New Product Development) for our R&D department in Helsingborg. We offer a challenging and dynamic work environment where you'll help shape the future of green technology solutions.
As Manager NPD, you'll have the exciting task of driving the development of new products (NPD) and taking a firm grip on our innovation capabilities, with a focus on pure innovation and development.
You will lead a dedicated and competent R&D team of senior engineers across multiple disciplines (electronics, power components, mechanics, embedded software, and testing and certification). You independently manage an annual development budget of 2.5 million euros and are an important voice in our Steering Committees.
Welcome to submit your application!
Does this sound like the next step in your career? Send in your application today! We're keeping the position open throughout the summer with a closing date at the end of August. However, selection is ongoing, so don't wait to submit your application, with the goal of conducting interviews in August.
In this recruitment, we're collaborating with Randstad, where recruitment consultant Hannah Sandström answers questions about the role and recruitment process, [email protected]
Responsibilities
Your main areas of responsibility:
Change Management & Innovation: One of your primary focus areas will be to evaluate and implement modern methods, processes, and laboratory environments. The company is in a transformation phase and we're looking for someone with the ability to capture new ideas and drive development forward.
Cross-functional & Global Collaboration: The role has a strong international character with extensive contacts toward Germany and abroad, including suppliers worldwide. You'll also collaborate closely with our R&D department in India and our partners in China.
Project Management: Lead multiple parallel development projects and ensure the team delivers within set cost and quality parameters.
Qualifications
Your formal qualifications (Requirements):
At least a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (M.Sc.E.E) or equivalent.
At least 10 years of relevant work experience.
Fluent English proficiency, both spoken and written.
Specific Knowledge and Experience:
Leadership: Documented and proven leadership qualities. You have the ability to develop competencies, build teams, and lead senior experts within technical disciplines such as electronics, mechanics, and embedded software.
Product Lifecycle (NPD and NPI): Solid experience leading new product development (NPD), adding new features to existing products (PCoE), and successfully introducing new or modified products into production and supply chain (NPI).
Project Management: Experience executing multiple parallel projects and ensuring they're delivered according to set timelines, budgets, and specifications.
Agile Methods: Practical experience working with agile tools and methodologies.
Technical Business Support: Experience working cross-functionally and supporting sales and product management teams with technical solutions to meet specific customer needs.
Strongly Meriting:
Experience with power electronics and knowledge of products handling voltage levels up to 1000 V.
Experience driving change management.
Who Are You?
To succeed in this role, you're a confident leader with strong analytical abilities who knows how to build trust and engagement with a team of driven experts. You have the ability to combine solid technical experience with fresh ideas and perspectives to drive the entire team's innovation forward. You're a confident and communicative leader with great enthusiasm and a twinkle in your eye, accustomed to acting both strategically and operationally.
About the Company
CG Drives & Automation Sweden AB
CG Drives & Automation (formerly known as Emotron) is an environmental technology company that develops and manufactures equipment for controlling and monitoring electric motors. Our solutions focus on energy efficiency, reduced maintenance, and increased productivity for critical equipment in industries such as water and wastewater, marine, and mining. We currently have 170 employees and are part of the global industrial conglomerate CG Power and Industrial Solutions.Job Description
Are you passionate about technical development, modern leadership, and driving real change? Do you want a key role where you're responsible for developing new, exciting products that contribute to a more energy-efficient future? We're now seeking an engaged and driven Manager NPD (New Product Development) for our R&D department in Helsingborg. We offer a challenging and dynamic work environment where you'll help shape the future of green technology solutions.
As Manager NPD, you'll have the exciting task of driving the development of new products (NPD) and taking a firm grip…