Onsite Senior R&D Manager – Research & Innovation

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About the role

  • Senior R&D Manager leading advanced research and innovation in energy transmission technologies at GE Grid Solutions. Focusing on breakthrough innovation and long-term strategic development.

Responsibilities

  • Lead advanced and exploratory R&D programs focused on future energy transmission technologies.
  • Drive blue-sky thinking beyond incremental product development, identifying disruptive concepts and emerging trends.
  • Explore innovations in areas such as HVDC/HVAC transmission, power systems, power electronics, grid digitalization, advanced materials, insulation systems, and grid resilience.
  • Translate early-stage research into strategic technology options, platforms, and intellectual property.
  • Develop long-term technology and research roadmaps aligned with energy transition, sustainability, and grid modernization needs.
  • Lead and inspire globally distributed, multicultural R&D teams.
  • Foster an entrepreneurial research culture that encourages experimentation, learning, and calculated risk-taking.
  • Build strong external collaborations with universities, research institutes, utilities, startups, and industry consortia.
  • Represent the company in international research programs, innovation ecosystems, and standardization bodies.

Requirements

  • Advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.
  • Significant experience in R&D or advanced research within energy transmission, power systems, or related industries.
  • Strong technical credibility in areas such as high-voltage systems, power electronics, grid technologies, or electrical infrastructure.
  • Proven experience leading exploratory or breakthrough research initiatives.
  • Ability to operate effectively in complex, global, matrix organizations.
  • A curious, forward-looking mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and long-term horizons.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder-influencing skills across cultures.

Benefits

  • Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Job title

Senior R&D Manager – Research & Innovation

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

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