In this role, you will have the opportunity to manage a team of designers, engineers, consultants and specialists to deliver high quality, cost effective, and timely engineering solutions to ABB end customers. 

Each day, you will formulate plans, allocate resources, coordinate and cooperate with our partner ABB offices to meet the agreed contractual and financial targets, to grow and evolve together. 

You will also highlight your expertise by initiating, coordinating, driving, and overseeing team development and continual improvement of processes and procedures to strengthen the engineering & design capability. 

The work model for the role is: 
multiple office-based incl. traveling to other locations. 

This role is contributing to the: 
OGCP Group of IAEN Department in Ostrava, Brno and Pilsen 

Our Team Dynamics: 

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there. 

You will be accountable for: 

• Providing direction to the engineering team with a focus on functional safety, cybersecurity, on time delivery, quality, and margin improvement. 
• Ensuring the projects/ operations value chain portfolio follow sound methodology and execution practices in accordance with internal standard procedures and that the projects are closed as per the contract specifications. 
• Initiating, coordinating, driving, and overseeing continual improvement of processes and procedures to strengthen the engineering / design capability and efficiency, utilize agile methodologies to reduce engineering lead time, and enhance functional safety and cybersecurity. 
• Driving team performance to ensure that the deliverables are met on time and as per the set contract specifications and safety, cyber security, and quality requirements. 
• Strategic Leadership: Align the department strategy with divisional goals to enhance EUOPC PAEN´s value, ensuring their successful implementation. Drive EUOPC added value growth and engagement with local divisions. 
• Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop skilled engineering teams. Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement to ensure the team is motivated and equipped to meet business needs. 
• Customer Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships within PAEN and with all OPC partners. Seek feedback to provide innovative solutions that meet their needs. Support the divisional sales team in preparing and presenting proposals to win new business. 
• Project Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality, safety, and cybersecurity. 
• Process Improvement: Continuously improve processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and operational capability. Implement best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards. 
• Collaboration: Work closely with supply chain, operational support services, and project management teams. Negotiate with suppliers and ensure all contractual obligations are met. Provide technical consulting and support during the proposal and testing phases. 

Qualifications for the role: 

• Proven experience in a leadership role within engineering, operations, or a related field. 
• Good understanding of sales, project management, supply chain, and quality control processes. 
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 
• A record of building and leading high-performing teams. 
• Experience in Energy Industry (such as Oil & Gas, Chemical & Pharma, Life Sciences, Power & Water) sectors is an advantage. 
• Functional Safety related experience is an advantage. 

What is in it for you? 

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You will grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that is tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger. 

Benefits: 

• From well-being to retirement, ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career. 
• Home Office option with financial contribution 
• Flexible working hours 
• Annual financial bonus 
• 25 days of vacation 
• Annual salary review 
• Opportunity for further career growth in the Czech Republic and worldwide 
• MultiSport card 
• Meal allowance 
• Contribution to the benefits portal (2-3% of monthly salary) 
• Referral bonus for recommending a new employee 
• Anniversary and retirement bonuses 
• Opportunity for education - internal / external professional courses, language courses, and conferences 
• Company events (Christmas party, team buildings, family days, and more) 
• Assistance line – professional psychological counselling / support 
• Additional leave for extraordinary life events and support for expectant parents 
• Office with good transport accessibility 
• Company parking for employees commuting from outside Ostrava (applies to the Ostrava branch) 
• Opportunity to take yoga classes directly at the workplace (applies to the Ostrava branch) 
• Table football and darts directly at the workplace (applies to the Ostrava branch) 
• Accident insurance 
• Discounts on ABB electrical installation materials 
• Discounts with our partners (electronics, gastronomy, car purchases, train travel, ...) 

Meet the moment. 

This is where progress never stops, teams push boundaries, and we are engineered to outrun the challenges ahead. Run What Runs the World. 

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