Energy Systems Technical Manager

Founded in 1929, Yazaki is a Japanese full systems supplier of wire harness, electrical, data products and solutions enabling vehicle electrification, connectivity, and autonomy integration. More than 235,000 committed and highly motivated employees in 45 countries make us one of the most successful international automotive suppliers. To strengthen our team, we are looking a Energy Systems Technical Manager. We are open to candidates in Ovar.

About the Role
We are currently looking for candidates for the position of Energy Systems Technical Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals who are passionate about energy systems, technical leadership, and driving operational excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing technical activities, supporting project execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives within the Energy Systems area. Technical Leadership & Organization Building Build, structure, and lead the European technical team (engineering, applications, service), Ensure full technical capability to support:
- Auxiliary HVAC systems (cooling towers, heat recovery, controls, hydraulics)
- Define technical processes, standards, service procedures, and documentation
- Lead technical training and capability development for internal teams and partners
- Coordinate closely with Japan for:
- Technical alignment
- Product customization
- Knowledge transfer and escalation
- Act as the senior technical interface with customers, including:
- Industrial sites
- Energy and utility-related clients
- Support commercial discussions with:
- Absorption chiller selection and sizing
- Integration into existing thermal systems
- Lead technical assessments, feasibility studies, and system validation
- Ensure reliable technical delivery throughout project lifecycle Service & Maintenance Network Setup Manage relationships with:
- HVAC distributors and system integrators
- Local service providers and engineering firms
- Internal engineering teams and HQ expertsBuild a reliable, multi-country technical partner ecosystem
- Ensure alignment across commercial, technical, and service stakeholders Operational & Strategic Contribution
- Define the technical roadmap for absorption chiller deployment in Europe
- Support scaling of HVAC operations across multiple countries
- Identify and mitigate technical, service, and operational risks
- Contribute to product and service strategy based on European market needs

Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering / HVAC
- Experience 5-8 years with areas:
- Technical or engineering roles
- Strong experience in HVAC industry (mandatory)
- Industrial cooling and thermal systems
- Demonstrated experience in setting up service and maintenance networks
- Extensive customer-facing technical experience
- Prior exposure to matrix, JV, or multi-stakeholder environments preferred
- Experience operating in multi-country / international environments
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Proficiency in English.
- Availability to travel What do we have to offer? At Yazaki, we provide a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including flexible working arrangements and opportunities for continuous learning. At Yazaki, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship.