Operating Unit Manager overseeing Substation Automation Systems across Europe. Leading strategy, operations, and customer relationships for Hitachi Energy.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the HUB’s strategy in alignment with global objectives.
Identify market opportunities, expand customer relationships, and grow sales in substation automation solutions including protection relays, SCADA, control systems, and communication technologies.
Oversee engineering, project delivery, sales support, and service execution.
Define and track KPIs to secure efficient operations, on‐time delivery, customer satisfaction, and strong financial performance.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders across Europe.
Represent Hitachi Energy as a subject matter expert at industry forums and customer engagements.
Manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation to achieve revenue, margin, and profitability targets.
Stay at the forefront of substation automation technologies, industry trends, competitor movements, and regulatory changes.
Ensure operations comply with internal policies, industry standards, and European regulations.
Recruit, mentor, and empower a strong team of engineers, project managers, and commercial professionals.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field; a Master’s degree or MBA is an advantage.
10–15 years of experience in the power transmission and distribution industry, with deep expertise in substation automation systems, of which 5–7 years in a leadership role managing a business unit, department, or similar organization within a multinational environment.
Strong technical knowledge across substation automation architectures, protective relaying, SCADA, control systems, IEC 61850, and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.
Proven success in business strategy execution, P&L management, contract negotiation, and complex project delivery and strong understanding of the European energy market, customer landscape, and regulatory environment.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder-management skills with the ability to influence across a matrix environment.
Fluency in English is required; additional European languages are an asset.
Benefits
Professional development opportunities
Frequent travel within Europe
Flexible working arrangements
Job title
Operating Unit Manager – Substation Automation Systems
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