Group Manager - Engineering and Technology (Transformers)

As the leader of a multidisciplinary engineering team in the transformer industry, your role will involve driving operational excellence, project management, and innovative solutions. You will be responsible for process improvement, resource planning, competency development, and global stakeholder engagement. - Lead and mentor a team of engineers to foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. - Efficiently plan and allocate resources to support global and local business needs. - Manage end-to-end engineering project execution, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards. - Oversee project tracking systems, risk assessments, and mitigation planning. - Provide technical guidance in engineering and support design reviews. - Drive and monitor key performance indicators such as First Pass Yield (FPY), On-Time Delivery (OTD), and Efficiency. - Collaborate with global stakeholders, customers, and cross-functional teams to understand requirements, provide updates, and ensure customer satisfaction. - Develop and execute strategies for scope addition, team scaling, and long-term capability building. - Identify skill gaps and implement strategies for competency development and career growth. - Conduct regular team/individual performance reviews and set development plans. - Drive recruitment and onboarding of new team members to support business expansion. - Manage budgeting and invoicing processes. - Establish and manage productive relationships with global/local vendors and third parties, ensuring quality and timely delivery. - Oversee the implementation and maintenance of quality processes to ensure compliance with industry standards. - Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Qualifications Required: - Bachelors/masters degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline. - 15+ years in engineering roles, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial or team leadership position, ideally in a global or multi-location environment. - Experience in the transformer industry is a significant advantage. - Proven experience in managing projects, driving process and quality improvements, and working with global stakeholders. - Strategic thinking with a proactive approach to growth and scalability. - Strong analytical, organizational, and risk management skills. - Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building abilities. - Proficiency in CAD tools, automation workflows, and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems. - Familiarity with digital tools and platforms that enhance engineering productivity. - Strong interpersonal skills to manage team dynamics, resolve conflicts, and maintain a positive work environment. - Proficiency in both spoken and written English language.,