NPI Program Manager
Tampere, FINLAND IT development
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Job Description Summary
We are looking for Program Manager to join our global FACTS New Product Introduction (NPI) team. The position will be based in Tampere, Finland.Grid Solutions delivers mainly high power (>100MVAr) Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) as Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOM) and Static Var Compensators (SVC), Fixed Series Capacitors (FSC) and Synchronous Condensers (SC). These are used to control power system voltage and reactive power flow as well as to improve the power system stability and transmission system efficiency. FACTS devices are also typically used to enable the integration of renewables to the power system making the future power system more sustainable. Energy transformation towards generation of electricity from renewables have significantly increased the markets for FACTS devices and R&D needs for the products. The Product Delivery Group (PDG) of power electronics-based products STATCOM and SVC is in Tampere, Finland, while the PDG of FSC and SC is in Saratoga Springs, United States.
In this position, you will be NPI team leader and have responsibility on research and development programs around SVC and STATCOM solutions. You will be reporting to global FACTS NPI Program Manager. Special focus will be on valve evolution and cost-optimization projects. Main task in this position is to make sure that all R&D projects are on time and on budget.
Experience on power electronics devices, systems, and components as well as cyber security requirements are appreciated. Background and understanding of power systems are considered as a significant benefit. In this role, you have opportunity to work on international environment and get insight on state-of-the-art technology used in high-power grid-connected power-electronic applications. In addition, you have real possibility to contribute to more sustainable and climate friendly future power grid.
Job Description
Key Individual Accountabilities
- Rigour delivering of NPI projects
- Cost control
- Schedule control
- Problem solving methods
- Understanding of relevant tools (JIRA, Confluence, Imagine 2, etc.)
- Understanding on control platforms and power electronics
- Understanding of cyber security is asset
- Understanding of quality processes
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Strong and influencing in communication
- Strong experience from project management
- Experience from managing R&D
- Understanding of R&D processes
- Fluent written and oral skills in English
- Strong prioritizing and time management skills
- Capability to lead large and complex programs
Desired Characteristics:
- Willingness to lead
- Personality which ignites rather than extinguish
- Ability to influence on multiple stakeholders
- Ability to work in groups as well as individually
- Capability to lead international and multi-located team
- Curious and open-minded
- Creative
- Desire to work in international environment
- Passion to work towards green world
About Us:
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition – and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No