Technical R&D Project Manager - FACTS (NPI)

Tampere, Finland

Full Time

Posted September 15, 2026

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Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
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Job Description: Technical R&D Project Manager – FACTS (NPI)

Program Leadership: Manage the full lifecycle of complex, large-scale R&D and NPI programs from initiation to delivery.
Operational Excellence: Maintain rigorous control over project scope, costs, and schedules.
Stakeholder Management: Effectively navigate a global, cross-functional, and multi-located team environment, ensuring alignment across internal and external stakeholders.
Innovation & Technical Oversight: Proactively contribute to the development of power electronics and control systems; provide technical leadership to drive creative solutions.
Continuous Improvement: Utilize established R&D processes, problem-solving methodologies, and project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Imagine 2).
Strategic Prioritization: Balance competing project demands with a clear focus on customer value and long-term business objectives.

Experience: Has a track record in managing R&D projects, preferably within power electronics, control systems, or high-voltage transmission sectors. Proven experience working with power electronics devices and preferable some RD project management experience already gained.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead large, multi-disciplinary, international teams with a strong emphasis on influence and consensus-building.
Technical Literacy: Solid understanding of power systems, control platforms, and product development lifecycles.
Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to present complex technical topics to diverse stakeholders.
Asset: Previous experience or certification in cybersecurity protocols for industrial systems.
Technology domain knowledge: Have a good understanding of power electronics, complex technical MMC products, Valves, STATCOMs , HVDC or other IGBT based products.
Impactful Leadership: A "personality that ignites"—someone who energizes their team and maintains a positive, growth-oriented environment.
Adaptive Mindset: Curious, creative, and open-minded when facing technical or process-related challenges.
Mission-Driven: A genuine passion for grid modernization and the global transition to sustainable energy.