Engineering Manager 80 – 100%

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The Engineering Manager heads a team of designers and engineers in Distribution Solutions – Packaging and Solutions Switzerland, guiding and coaching them, and developing their skills and knowledge. In this role, you will oversee engineering projects, delivering high-quality, cost-effective and timely engineering solutions to customers, in line with the contract, safety and quality requirements.

This position reports to

Global Quality & Operational Excellence

Your responsibilities

• Management of 4 engineering teams with about 15 engineers and technicians covering the following areas: Engineering for low voltage and medium voltage power distribution, control and communication technology, e-Mobility and eBus solutions, and protection software
• Sustainable development and continuous improvement of the necessary engineering and service competencies
• Responsible for engineering cost centers including cost control and budgeting
• Optimization of engineering processes as well as interfaces with internal and external suppliers
• Technical responsibility for the successful execution of packaging projects for the Swiss market
• Coordination of interfaces with internal and external suppliers and close cooperation with sales, project management and suppliers
• Support the sales team in the generation of offers with technical competence and proper cost information
• Support the business in project execution at all locations in Switzerland

Your background

• 10 years of experience in engineering for power distribution solutions, working as engineer and / or engineering manager for engineered packages and solutions as well as larger, complex projects
• Sound knowledge of engineering techniques, processes and tools
• A strong focus on safe work practices and dedication to following workplace safety guidelines
• A high level of self-motivation and curiosity, and a desire to learn about new technologies
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a collaborative, solution-focused approach and strong written and spoken communication skills
• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or similar field
• Good German and English skills

Benefits

• Canteen
• Flexible work practices
• Childcare

More about us

We look forward to receiving your application. The recruitment is led by Stephan Himmel, Talent Partner ABB Switzerland, Ltd. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. ABB Data Privacy Statement: https://new.abb.com/privacy-notice/candidate