Director Product Technology Distribution Transformer (m/f/d)

Transform with us the future of energy ⚡

The SGB‑SMIT Group is an international transformer manufacturer with locations in Europe, Asia and America. With reliable transformer technology, the company actively supports the global energy transition in areas such as renewable energy, industry and urban energy infrastructure.

As a key link between power generation, transmission and distribution, SGB‑SMIT Group develops and manufactures power transformers, distribution transformers, cast‑resin transformers and custom solutions for data centers, industrial applications and e‑mobility. These products ensure efficient, stable and secure energy flows worldwide.

With more than 3,800 employees worldwide, the SGB‑SMIT Group stands for quality, innovation and sustainability and offers a stable environment to work on technologies that shape the energy systems of the future.

What sets the SGB-SMIT Group apart: 🌍

We combine the strength of an international technology company with an employee-oriented corporate culture:

• Meaningful work at the heart of the energy transition

• Short decision-making processes and direct cooperation

• Stable, growing company with long-term prospects

Your contribution counts – both professionally and personally.

Your benefits at SGB-SMIT Group: 🚀

• Stable, growing company with long-term prospects

• Attractive salary and social benefits

• Flexible working hours and hybrid working models

• 30+1 vacation days plus special leave

• Training and development opportunities

• Company pension plan and employee insurance

• Health and fitness offers (HanseFit)

• Company restaurant, free drinks, and e-charging parking spaces

• Bicycle and IT leasing

• Subsidy for Germany/RVV ticket

• Employee discounts via Benify

Your tasks: 📌

• Define and execute the global Technology & Engineering strategy for Liquid-Immersed Distribution Transformers, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and long-term growth plans.

• Lead and develop a global Engineering organization across Operational Engineering and R&D, fostering a culture of innovation, technical excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Establish scalable organizational structures, engineering governance models and global operating frameworks to drive efficiency and engineering performance across multiple locations.

• Drive technology roadmaps, product development initiatives and engineering transformation programs to strengthen competitiveness and accelerate innovation.

• Build and leverage global synergies across Distribution Transformer technologies, engineering teams and product platforms to maximize knowledge sharing and standardization.

• Own engineering standards, design governance and compliance with international regulations, quality requirements and industry best practices.

• Lead strategic engineering investments, resource allocation and budget planning to ensure effective execution of business and technology priorities.

• Champion digital engineering, design automation and global engineering platforms to enhance productivity, scalability and product quality.

• Partner closely with Operations, Product Management, Manufacturing and Executive Leadership to translate market demands into sustainable engineering solutions and product innovations.

• Establish a high-performance engineering culture through talent development, succession planning, technical capability building and strong leadership across a global matrix organization.

Your profile: 🔎

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Engineering, High Voltage Engineering) or Physics, combined with a strong track record in engineering leadership within industrial or energy-related environments.

• Extensive experience leading global Technology & Engineering organizations, ideally within the power transformer, electrical equipment or energy infrastructure industry.

• Proven success in defining and executing technology, innovation and engineering strategies that drive business growth, operational excellence and product competitiveness.

• Deep technical expertise in power and distribution transformer technologies, product development, operational engineering and international industry standards.

• Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing global matrix organizations, developing high-performing teams and leading cross-functional stakeholders across multiple locations.

• Strategic and entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to translate market, customer and technology trends into sustainable business and engineering solutions.

• Solid understanding of the end-to-end value chain, including engineering, manufacturing, quality, project management and commercial requirements.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills, executive presence, international mindset and willingness to travel globally.

If you value a dynamic, growing, and intercultural environment and enjoy hands-on work, then become part of the SGB-SMIT Group - transform with us the future of energy. ⚡

We look forward to receiving your application! ⚡

Learn more about the SGB-SMIT Group as an employer, our values, and career opportunities on our careers page:

https://www.sgb-smit.com/career-jobs/sgb-smit-group#/

The terms used in this text refer to all genders in accordance with the General Equal Treatment Act (AGG).

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