Job Description
We are looking for an experienced and hands-on executive to lead our global Research & Development and Technology organization. In this role, you will combine the operational leadership of a large, globally distributed R&D organization with the strategic responsibility for the technology roadmap of Siemens Electrical Products. You will shape the continued development of our strong electromechanical portfolio while accelerating the integration of power electronics, electronics, connectivity, software, and intelligent product capabilities across Europe, India, China, and other international locations.What will be your role and responsibilities? Strategic R&D and Technology LeadershipDefine and implement an integrated global R&D and technology strategy across product programs, technology roadmaps, platforms, architectures, and selected exploratory initiatives to strengthen long-term competitiveness and sustainable growth.Lead a global R&D and Technology organization of more than 1,000 employees across Europe, India, China, and further international locations, with responsibility for an R&D budget in the triple-digit million-euro range.Drive the R&D contribution to the company programs and align technology roadmaps, platform strategies, development priorities, and resource allocation across Electrical Products.As a direct report and strategic technology partner to the pre of Electrical Products, you will translate long-term industry and technology trends into clear portfolio, platform, capability, and organizational priorities.
Responsibilities + Skills
Education
Represent R&D and Technology toward the president, senior business and technology partners, Product Management, manufacturing, quality, and selected external partners, customers, research institutions, industry associations, and international standards bodies.Lead, motivate, and develop senior leaders, technical experts, and employees across a globally distributed organization, building a high-performance, collaborative, and innovation-driven engineering culture with strong leadership and technical succession pipelines.This is a highly presence-oriented leadership role. You will work regularly at our key development and product locations, with a strong presence in Amberg, Germany, where a significant part of the organization is based. International travel and the flexibility to spend extended periods at global sites are essential.
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