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Eaton Corporation Technology manager - Power Electronics, Eaton Research Labs in Prague, Czech Republic
Eaton is looking for a Technology manager to join a corporate research department.
Location : Eaton European Innovation Center in Prague, Czech Republic.
About the project:
This position will lead research and development in the field of power electronics and drive technology advancement in the areas of power systems topologies, converters, high-power electronics; electric machines and controls; electrification of transport, energy storage, and grid connected converters; alternative power generation and distribution.
Eaton Research Labs department is focused on development of new technologies for future Eaton products. We define, evaluate and test product concepts for a multitude of industrial applications from miniature circuit breakers to power distribution of mega-watt scale aircraft drives.
Job profile:
You will join a group of experienced engineers and utilize your technical excellence to lead projects and teams towards innovative solutions through simulations, design, development and testing of power circuits. Together with your colleagues from different technology fields and from various countries, you will make what matters work.
The successful candidate will perform leading roles in technology projects and other activities, including strategic business unit discussions/alignment, fostering academic and partner collaboration, and representing Eaton in public occasions such as conferences and technical working groups.
The technology manager will be responsible for both project execution in the region and strategic alignment with global technology directors. The candidate will provide leadership to the department in terms of guidance and project management expertise to support Eaton Research Labs growth. All of these tasks responsibilities will be supported by the regional manager of Eaton Research Lab in EMEA.
Main responsibilities:
Lead power electronics research, design and development activities at TRL1-5
Initiate innovative technology development and drive a strategic approach
Work with the team to deliver on the projects on time, cost and quality
Role-model ownership for the assigned projects, mentor and motivate colleagues
Contribute to financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing an annual budget
Present project results to both internal and external stakeholders, technical and non-technical audience
Support team in collaboration with business divisions, universities and customers
We would like you to bring:
PhD. or Msc. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Minimum 8 years of experience in power electronics and electronics design (DC/DC converters)
Team lead experience highly beneficial
Strong understanding of circuit theory, containing power electronics (solid state circuit breaking)
Modeling and simulation (Plecs, Altium, Eagle, Spice)
Experience in designing cutting-edge electronics (SiC, GaN)
Program / Project Management skills
Experience in managing R&D team - either academic or corporate
Communication-focused with good relationship building skills
Ability to demonstrate problem solving using to tackle diverse problems
Excellent English both oral and written, German or Czech would be an advantage
What can you expect from us?
• International team of professionals, opportunity to learn new technologies
• Focus on technology and innovation
• Roomy offices, excellent canteen, table tennis, cycling and sport friendly environment
• Annual bonus, office hours flexibility, private pension scheme contribution and other benefits
• Flexible working hours
What Eaton offers:
Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team, worldwide spread of contacts and projects.
Excellent working environment – safety and ethics is important for us.
Culture & Values - Eaton is more than the products we invent and produce - the way we do business is just as important. At Eaton, our values and culture define who we are - both individually and as an organization - and direct our activities every day.
Green company targeting carbon neutrality in its operations by 2030.
The Eaton European Innovation Center (EEIC) offers an exciting and engaging environment for creative engineers who are looking for great learning, advancement and technology leadership opportunities in a broad range of technological fields and in a highly diverse team of researchers and engineers.
With almost 180 employees we are a vibrant fast-growing Engineering and Innovation Center for electrical, green energy, vehicle, and aerospace applications for the region focus on businesses in Europe, Middle East & Africa.
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