Team Manager - Automation

Job Description:

We are now looking for an experienced and qualified candidate with the main mission to work as Team Manager - Automation.

Your main responsibilities in this role will be:

We are seeking an experienced Team Manager with a technical background in embedded electronic control systems for mining and construction equipment. You will lead engineers in developing innovative control system solutions, including remote control and autonomous systems with capabilities in perception, path planning, and simulation.

•  As a Team Manager, you will collaborate with global stakeholders to understand the requirements of Epiroc's customers and internal teams, ensuring the delivery of optimal solutions swiftly using agile methodologies. 
•  You will be responsible for recruitment, mentoring, coaching, and performance reviews, building and managing cross-functional agile teams with expertise in niche  technical areas. You will foster innovation and provide the necessary support to empower your teams.
• Understand technical requirements from stakeholders, build teams and help them deliver the right solutions.
• Be approachable and available to stakeholders and the team, actively working to remove any hindrances.
• Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment where all team members feel valued and included.
• Empower innovation in teams and encourage creative thinking.
• Mentor and coach the team, conducting performance and development reviews to foster a high-performing and innovative team environment.
• Develop competencies, and recruit new talent to meet current and future needs
• Develop and nurture the agile way of working within your teams, ensuring alignment with Epiroc's values.
• Manage the budget, resources, and timelines of projects.
• Guide the team in developing competencies in control systems, including tele-op systems, sensor fusion, path planning, and simulation.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in Automotive Embedded Control Systems, Remote Control, Autonomous Robotic technologies.

Qualification and Experience Requirements:

• 10-15+ years of experience in automation and electronic control systems, with a focus on product development and people management.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Servant leadership approach with a can-do attitude and a curiosity to learn.
• Experience in leading automation projects and teams in the automotive, mining or construction Industries
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.
• Proficiency in embedded electronic control systems, MATLAB Simulink, Linux operating systems, and embedded programming in C, C++, and QNX.
• Experience working with GitHub and/or similar version control systems.

Good to have:

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of the latest advancements in Control Systems, AI, Software Defined Vehicles, and model-based development.
• Agile certifications

Personality Requirements:

• Enthusiastic, positive-minded, and able to work well in an international client environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills.
• Self-starter and goal-oriented.
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of accountability.
• Team player who is open-minded and flexible.

Location:

This position is located in Chennai, India.

In this recruitment process we review applications continuously. Welcome with your application as soon as possible, but no later than 15th June 2025.

Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and construction customers, and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, Epiroc develops and provides innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. The company also offers world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Epiroc is based in Stockholm, Sweden, had revenues of more than SEK 60 billion in 2023, and has around 18 200 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in around 150 countries. Learn more at www.epirocgroup.com.

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