Innovation Manager, BU Transformers

3 weeks ago


Jefferson City, Missouri, United States Hitachi Energy Full time

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a seasoned innovation leader to spearhead our business unit's innovation activities.

This role involves overseeing all BU innovation programs, identifying innovative solutions, and building relationships with startups, universities, suppliers, and customers.

The Innovation Manager will be responsible for managing our 'Innovation Lab Network', creating and developing a network of labs and third-party collaborations to drive innovation, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous progress within the organization.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in innovation management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to think strategically and creatively.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the innovation strategy for the entire business unit to drive business growth and efficiency.
  • Oversee and manage all technology and portfolio development BU programs, ensuring alignment with innovation goals.
  • Establish and drive processes for idea generation, considering external and internal perspectives, to define customer-centric technology, product, and market innovation roadmaps.
  • Drive collaboration with cross-functional R&D, technology, engineering, product, and market teams to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
  • Lead a team of technology scouts and program managers.
  • Actively search for innovative solutions by engaging with startups, universities, suppliers, and customers.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with external partners to foster innovation.
  • Manage the Innovation Lab Network, including the creation and coordination of labs and third-party collaborations.
  • Network with other Hitachi companies.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to integrate innovative solutions into existing processes and products.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams involved in innovation projects.
  • Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation.

Your Background:

  • MSc and industry background.
  • At least 5 years of proven experience in innovation management, preferably within a similar industry, in a global corporation.
  • Strong understanding of innovation processes and methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in transformer, high voltage, or energy industry will be highly valued.
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Experience working with startups, universities, and external partners.
  • Experience in implementing global innovation projects in topics such as Power Electronics, Robotics, Digitalization, Artificial Intelligence, etc.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Fluent spoken and written English. Other languages will be an advantage.


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