Global Rotating Machine and EV Application Development Manager

The successful candidate will bring deep knowledge of rotating machine and electric vehicle drivetrain design, testing, manufacture, operation, and insulation system performance. The role requires technical expertise across electrical insulation materials and systems, insulation material fabrication, material evaluation methods, and high-performance applications for motors, generators, and related electric drive components.

This leader will work across technical, commercial, marketing, laboratory, regional, and customer-facing teams to align technology programs with business direction. The position will identify new industry trends, support development of new materials and insulation systems, and ensure that technical programs address customer needs in global rotating machine and EV markets.

Required qualifications include at least five years of team leadership or management experience, along with five or more years of hands-on experience in rotating machine design, EV drivetrain design, manufacturing, and/or insulation system testing. Candidates must hold a BS degree or higher in an Engineering or a relevant technical discipline and should demonstrate fluent verbal and written English communication skills as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office.

The role requires deep knowledge of electrical insulation materials and systems development, strong technical problem-solving capabilities, and a proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to develop and commercialize new products and applications.

Candidates must be able to analyze data and communicate insights clearly to internal and external stakeholders. They should bring an established industry value-chain network, demonstrate initiative in identifying problems and proposing solutions, and proactively contribute to product development and customer issue resolution. The ideal candidate will be self-directed, skilled at leading and mentoring diverse teams, and effective in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

They should also be able to influence across regions, functions, and technical disciplines without relying solely on formal authority, supported by strong strategic thinking, an innovation mindset, learning agility, and entrepreneurial initiative.

The role requires flexibility to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused, global environment. Frequent business travel within the home region is expected to be up to 25%, with international travel to support customers, technical programs, industry organizations, trade shows, standards development and global team collaboration.