Manager NPD (New Product Development) for CG Drives & Automation

Job Description

Are you motivated by technical development, modern leadership, and driving real change? Do you want a key role where you are responsible for the development of new, exciting products that contribute to a more energy-efficient future? We are now looking for a dedicated and driven Manager NPD (New Product Development) for our R&D department in Helsingborg. We offer a challenging and dynamic work environment where you will get to help shape the green technology solutions of the future.

As Manager NPD, you will receive the exciting assignment of driving the development of new products (NPD) and taking a deep hold of our innovative power, with a focus on pure innovation and development.

You will lead a dedicated and competent R&D team consisting of senior engineers distributed across several different disciplines (electronics, power components, mechanics, embedded software, as well as test and certification). You will independently manage an annual development budget of 2.5 million euro and are an important voice in our Steering Committees.

Welcome with your application!

Does this sound like the next step in your career? Send in your application today! We are keeping the advertisement open throughout the summer with a closing date at the end of August. However, selection is ongoing, so do not wait to send in your application, with the goal of conducting interviews in August.

In this recruitment, we are collaborating with Randstad, where recruitment consultant Hannah Sandström answers questions about the role and the recruitment process, hannah.sandstrom@randstad.se

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities:

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 phase of change, and we are looking for you who have the ability to capture new ideas and drive development forward. Cross-functional & Global Collaboration: The role has a strong international character with many contacts towards Germany and abroad, including suppliers worldwide. You will also collaborate closely with our R&D department in India as well as our partners in China. Project Management: Lead several parallel development projects and ensure that the team delivers within set cost and quality frameworks.

Qualifications

Your formal qualifications (Requirements):

At least a Master of Science in Engineering (M.Sc.E.E) in electrical engineering or equivalent. At least 10 years of relevant professional experience. Proficient knowledge of English in speech and writing.

Specific knowledge and experience:

Leadership: Documented and proven leadership qualities. You have the ability to develop competence, build teams, and lead senior experts within technical disciplines such as electronics, mechanics, and embedded software. Product Lifecycle (NPD and NPI): Solid experience in leading new product development (NPD), adding new features to existing products (PCoE), and successfully introducing new or changed products into production and the supply chain (NPI). Project Management: Experienced in executing several parallel projects and ensuring that these are delivered according to set timelines, cost frameworks, and specifications. Agile Methods: Practical experience of working with agile tools and methods. Technical Business Support: Experience of working cross-functionally and supporting sales and product management departments with technical solutions to meet customers' specific needs.

Strongly Meritorious:

Experience in power electronics and knowledge of products that handle voltage levels up to 1000 V. Experience in driving change management.

Who are you?

To succeed in the role, you are a confident leader with strong analytical abilities who knows how to build trust and engagement within a team of driven experts. You have the ability to combine solid technical experience with new ways of thinking and ideas to drive the entire team's innovative power forward. You are a confident and communicative leader with great commitment and a sense of humor, who is used 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 the control and monitoring of electric motors. Our solutions focus on energy efficiency, reduced maintenance, and increased productivity for critical equipment within industries such as water and wastewater, marine, and mining. We currently have 170 employees and are part of the global industrial group CG Power and Industrial Solutions.