Head of Engineering, Hydro Power Generation

Role

Permanent

Director

Engineering

Logistics

Lausanne, Switzerland

100%

Closes in 30 days

Requirements

10+ yrs exp

Master's

EU/EFTA permit

Languages

German C1

French C1

Description

Um unsere Kompetenzen im Bereich Wasserkraft zu stärken, insbesondere den Erhalt des technischen Know-hows zu fördern und unsere Engineering-Abteilung zu leiten, suchen wir eine engagierte, erfahrene und motivierte Persönlichkeit für die Position des Head of Engineering (Leiter/in Engineering) für den Geschäftsbereich Wasserkraft.

Responsibilities

Organize, lead, and manage a department with around 30 employees.
Promote employee skills in water management.
Support asset managers in technical operational management.
Contribute to the performance improvement of hydropower plants.
Monitor target achievement regarding various projects.
Represent Alpiq's interests in committees and working groups.
Support the identification of technical risks.
Assist in the management of expansion and large projects.

Requirements

University degree in engineering (ETH or equivalent).
Management training and genuine interest in energy.
Leadership experience (> 10 years).
Solid experience (at least 7 years) in a demanding technical or industrial environment.
Strong skills in asset management, maintenance, project management, or engineering of complex systems.
Ability to build relationships and motivate others.
Fluency in German and French.

Company

Alpiq AG

Energy

Bei Alpiq zählt jedes Kilowatt deiner Leistung. Deine Ideen, dein Engagement und deine Energie machen den Unterschied. Gemeinsam gehen wir in eine nachhaltigere Zukunft – mit einem besseren Klima und einer erhöhten Versorgungssicherheit. Your Energy Matters.