Digital Electrical Controls Manager

About Us

HMH is a leading provider of drilling solutions, offering a wide range of products and services that are designed to be the safest and most efficient in the industry. Apart from our expertise in land and offshore operations, we are continuously expanding our knowledge within subsea mining, geothermal, onshore and offshore construction, as well as offshore wind industries. With offices in 16 countries across five continents, HMH maintains a strong global presence.
 
HMH is a frontrunner in developing and providing automation and digital solutions for our drilling customers to support their endeavor to improve efficiency and environmental footprint. Equipped with its brilliant team of engineers, HMH is committed to actively exploring opportunities in other industries.  For us, this means new opportunities and challenges that we need creativity and great minds to solve in our efforts to innovate our future. 

Do You Want To Join Our Team?

At HMH we value our employees. We offer exciting job opportunities that will give you the opportunity to grow in your role and give you the professional development you deserve. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, you will join a casual and inclusive work environment. Our environment is based on respect and having a good day at work, so you can expect to join a knowledgeable, global team who help each other to succeed.

Summary

The Digital Electrical Controls Hardware Manager is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of electrical control systems for our DCMS, “Sea” products and new innovative controls. This role involves managing a team of engineers and technicians, overseeing project timelines, and ensuring that all electrical control systems meet industry standards and customer requirements. The manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and maintain the highest quality standards. 

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and manage high level roadmaps for electrical control hardware products based on latest commercially available equipment, strategic guidance from product owners, and emerging market trends.   
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product line, software & engineering, sales, and customer support, to ensure alignment and execution of product strategies.    
• Oversee capacity planning, ensuring optimal resource allocation across projects and operations.   
• Identify and implement training programs in coordination with Chief Engineer’s office to support skill development and technical competency. 
• Lead performance reviews, goal setting, and career development planning for team members to ensure a high-performance environment.   
• Act as the primary point of contact with product owners and key stakeholders to ensure alignment and clear communication. Gather and relay insights and feedback, providing valuable input to product owners to drive improvements and future development.  
• Ensure that quality and safety standards are upheld within all stages of product development and team training.   
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing metrics, identifying gaps, and implementing best practices throughout product lifecycle.     ​

Skills And Abilities:

• Leadership experience, with a background in personnel management, team development, or capacity planning.   
• Excellent communication skills in Portuguese and English (Advanced).
• Ability to work cross-functionally with various teams.   
• Demonstrated expertise in building and executing product roadmaps, managing timelines, and delivering strategic objectives.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited university

Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in oil and gas, industrial machinery on other businesses focused on PLC controls.

Location: Macaé or Rio de Janeiro, Brazil