Engineering director [h1.location_city]

Job Overview

As part of the R&D Engineering strategy team reporting to the CTO office, you will be responsible to define and drive global product development project, portfolio and operational systems, tools and capabilities. This is a key role in driving the advancement of the processes, tools and systems supporting R&D management and portfolio excellence, in addition to providing guidance and support to drive the execution of product development. Work in partnership with R&D Strategy and Finance leads, plus engineering leadership team across the enterprise to define and run product development management capabilities. The position will contribute to the strategic planning, lead tactical implementation, and manage on-going support and maintenance of R&D management systems. The position will also be responsible for the establishment of PM standards, methodologies and processes. The role will report into the Vice President of Technology Strategy and Management.

A Day In The Life

• Every day at Hubbell is different and you'll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you'll make a difference by :
• Responsible for project management and portfolio operations effectiveness through establishment and maintenance of best-in-class project and portfolio management (PPM) systems and tools, data quality standards, and reporting and dashboards.
• Identifies opportunities for innovation and leads continuous improvement efforts for PPM systems and supporting processes.
• Identify, evaluate, and drive adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies within engineering tools and Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) systems to enhance operational efficiency and innovation.
• Serve as an internal advocate for AI / ML, articulating strategic intent, raising awareness, and supporting communications and training to ensure effective adoption and utilization of AI-enabled system and process improvements.
• Collaborate with product lifecycle management team lead and stakeholders to ensure alignment between PPM systems and PLM implementation at Hubbell.
• Act as a change agent to articulate intent, drive awareness, and support communications and training to ensure effective adoption and utilization of system and process improvements.
• Partners with internal customers (Leadership, global project / program managers, process champions and Functions) and external service providers to define, deliver, operate, maintain, and support project and portfolio management solutions.
• Utilizes strong project management, solution development, and data / system expertise to develop portfolio strategy and capability roadmap, then designs and delivers valuable solutions to implement the roadmap.
• Defines, develops and leads training sessions on specific PM topics related to systems, tools and underlying processes.

Collaborates with stakeholders in R&D, R&D Operations and Project Management and partners with the product management group and Functions to support portfolio performance tracking and reporting.

Defines project management methodologies and standards that govern project planning, execution, and reporting. Collaborates with segment and BU PM leads to harmonize and drive adoption.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Unified Business Solutions

Hubbell Unified Business Services (HUBS) provides corporate shared services to support all businesses across the enterprise. Functional areas include Engineering, Sales, Operations, Marketing, Finance, Legal, IT, Human Resources, Payroll, Environmental Health & Safety, and Compliance. HUBS employees are located around the world.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA : M / F / Veteran / Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.