HEAD OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE, EUROPE

Position overview

Eaton is seeking a strategic leader to develop and execute its European electric vehicle charging infrastructure strategy. The position sits within its Global Energy Transition business and focuses on expanding integrated EV charging solutions across European markets.

The successful candidate will work across Eaton's business units and partner ecosystem to combine EV chargers, power distribution equipment, battery storage, and related technologies into comprehensive solutions. The role also involves driving commercial growth, developing strategic partnerships, and expanding the company's presence in the European EV charging market.

Key responsibilities

1. European strategy and market development

• Develop and implement the European EV charging infrastructure strategy in alignment with Eaton's global business objectives.

• Evaluate regional market opportunities, customer needs, industry developments, and commercial potential.

• Translate market insights into growth strategies, market development initiatives, and practical execution plans.

• Expand Eaton's position in the European charging infrastructure market through scalable solutions and sustainable business growth.

1. Integrated charging infrastructure solutions

• Collaborate with Power Distribution and related business units to deliver integrated charging infrastructure solutions.

• Coordinate solutions involving power distribution equipment, battery storage, EV chargers, and supporting technologies.

• Work across business units to develop differentiated offerings for customers and infrastructure stakeholders.

• Support the wider adoption of integrated charging and energy solutions.

1. Commercial growth and business performance

• Build a strong commercial pipeline and identify opportunities to increase revenue.

• Develop strategies to expand market presence and improve business performance.

• Apply commercial and financial judgement to market expansion initiatives.

• Develop go-to-market strategies that support sustainable revenue growth.

1. Strategic partnerships

• Build and strengthen partnerships across the electric vehicle charging ecosystem.

• Work with ChargePoint and other relevant technology and industry partners.

• Identify opportunities for collaboration, market development, and integrated customer solutions.

• Strengthen relationships across the European EV infrastructure ecosystem.

1. Leadership and organisational development

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing regional team.

• Establish a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Coordinate with global and regional stakeholders to ensure consistent execution.

• Build effective relationships across business units and functions to deliver shared objectives.

Required qualifications and experience

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline. An MBA is preferred.

• At least ten years of experience in electrification, energy, EV infrastructure, or related industries.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and deliver business results.

• Strong understanding of the European EV charging ecosystem, including market dynamics and the regulatory environment.

• Experience with AC and DC charging technologies, energy management, and grid integration.

• A track record of developing and executing strategies within a global, matrixed organisation.

• Experience establishing and managing strategic partnerships, particularly with technology or platform partners.

• Strong commercial and financial capabilities, including business development, revenue growth, and market expansion.

What success looks like

The successful leader will build and scale Eaton's EV charging infrastructure business, develop effective market-entry and growth strategies, expand strategic partnerships, and deliver integrated solutions that respond to changing customer needs. Success will also require aligning regional and global teams while developing sustainable commercial performance.

Location requirement

Although the position is described as fully remote, Eaton specifies that applicants must be based in Germany, the Netherlands, or the United Kingdom. This requirement would need to be clarified if you intend to remain based in Slovenia.