Business R&D Lead - Operation and Manufacturing

Location: Lodz, Lodz, Poland

Job ID: R0138874

Date Posted: 2026-07-24

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O.

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as an Innovation Technology Programs Lead and play a defining role in shaping the future of our global Transformers business. This is a rare opportunity to lead transformative initiatives that bridge technology, business, and emerging innovation ecosystems. You will champion the identification, validation, and scaling of cutting‑edge solutions that directly influence our products, engineering capabilities, and digital horizons.

In this role, you’ll thrive at the intersection of strategy, development, and execution—co‑creating high‑impact pilots, driving open innovation, and partnering with experts worldwide. You’ll influence long‑term strategic direction while helping build the next generation of technology‑enabled solutions for customers across the globe.

You will join a fast‑paced, collaborative Global Innovation team empowered to explore disruptive trends, launch high‑value initiatives, and develop new ventures in an environment that values creativity, experimentation, and entrepreneurial thinking. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead transformative innovation initiatives that spark creativity, intrapreneurship, and continuous improvement.

• Shape and manage the Innovation Focus Area portfolio, including strategy, prioritization, and annual roadmaps.

• Drive annual and multi‑year technology plans to ensure aligned, well‑resourced, and high‑quality execution.

• Provide strategic direction and hands‑on leadership for global technology programs delivered on time and within budget.

• Oversee resource and financial planning to ensure efficiency, transparency, and value creation.

• Foster strong collaboration across global teams and stakeholders to remove barriers and enable seamless execution.

• Build and manage partnerships with research institutions, industry bodies, and external collaborators.

• Champion responsible innovation by promoting design thinking, emerging technologies, and robust governance standards.

Your background

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Computer Science Engineering or a related technical field.

• 10+ years of experience in the transformers industry, including leadership in a global environment.

• Demonstrated ability to translate market trends into strategic technology roadmaps.

• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and a track record of driving measurable business impact.

• Experience converting insights into validated innovation solutions, with excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement capabilities.

• Proven expertise in project and portfolio management, budget management, and multi‑region collaboration.

More about us

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• Private medical care and life insurance

• Access to fitness and wellness programs

• Access to benefits platform with discounts and perks

• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)

• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home

• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance

• Company events and team‑building activities

• Psychological support program

• Free parking available

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.