Vice President Innovation & Technology, ES-A

Eaton Corporation•South Milwaukee, WI

8d•$270,000 - $396,000

About The Position

Oversee the creation and deployment of advanced technologies, including digital platforms, services, and new product introductions (NPI). Drive a talent strategy focused on future ready skills and capabilities. Lead with influence by fostering collaboration across departments and ensuring alignment of innovation strategies with organizational goals. Partner with business unit leaders, engineering Centers of Excellence (CoEs), and other stakeholders to integrate and promote the adoption of innovative technologies. Lead engineering project prioritization efforts during profit planning and strategic planning processes. Drive change management initiatives to create a culture that embraces continuous improvement and adapts to technological advancements. Establish clear communication channels to champion transparency and promote the exchange of ideas across teams and stakeholders. Mentor and manage a team of technology professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Ensure alignment of technology initiatives with customer needs and market demands, delivering exceptional value and enhancing the customer experience. Drive operational efficiency through the adoption of modern tools, technologies, and best practices to streamline processes and workflows.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a relevant technical field from an accredited institution.
Minimum fifteen (15) years of experience in technology development, innovation management, and strategic planning
Minimum twelve (12) years' experience in a leadership role for department/CoE or business leading technology innovation initiatives within a large, global, and highly matrixed organization
Experience within the energy, data center, power electronic, power distribution or electrical component manufacturing space
Collaborates across a global organization to manage technology investments, promote innovation, and lead change management initiatives
Proven track record of success in driving market competitiveness, particularly in energy solutions and data center operations, through the integration of cross-functional technologies
Deep and hands-on knowledge of emerging technologies, digital platforms, and operational best practices to enhance
Demonstrated success in aligning technology initiatives with market trends, customer needs, and business goals, particularly in the context of advanced power management solutions efficiency and scalability
Experience in fostering collaborative partnerships with strategic stakeholders and organizations to enhance technology offerings and market presence

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
Experience developing data center technologies and energy sector advancements

Responsibilities

Oversee the creation and deployment of advanced technologies, including digital platforms, services, and new product introductions (NPI).
Drive a talent strategy focused on future ready skills and capabilities.
Lead with influence by fostering collaboration across departments and ensuring alignment of innovation strategies with organizational goals.
Partner with business unit leaders, engineering Centers of Excellence (CoEs), and other stakeholders to integrate and promote the adoption of innovative technologies.
Lead engineering project prioritization efforts during profit planning and strategic planning processes.
Drive change management initiatives to create a culture that embraces continuous improvement and adapts to technological advancements.
Establish clear communication channels to champion transparency and promote the exchange of ideas across teams and stakeholders.
Mentor and manage a team of technology professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Ensure alignment of technology initiatives with customer needs and market demands, delivering exceptional value and enhancing the customer experience.
Drive operational efficiency through the adoption of modern tools, technologies, and best practices to streamline processes and workflows.