China Innovation Hub Leader
Job Summary
ROLE SUMMARY
As China Innovation Hub Leader you will lead Specializeds China-based innovation and engineering strategy for Turbo E-Bike systems. You act as a a key strategic interface between global Turbo engineering teams and key technology partners in Asia with a primary focus on the China ecosystem driving innovation strengthening supplier integration and contributing to technology direction and product competitiveness.
This role plays a critical role in enabling Turbo system development through close collaboration with suppliers combines hands-on technical leadership strategic thinking and team leadership to accelerate development and unlock innovation opportunities with the E-Bike ecosystem while ensuring strong alignment with global product and technology strategies.
HOW YOULL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and develop a high-performing Turbo Engineering team in China fostering strong technical standards collaboration and innovation
- Provide clear prioritization direction and resource allocation to ensure alignment with global engineering objectives
- Build and strengthen engineering capabilities in China aligned with global standards and long-term functional needs
Engineering & Innovation
- Lead China-based engineering programs across Turbo EBike systems including motors batteries HMI and system integration
- Drive system-level development and performance improvements through cross-functional engineering collaboration
- Translate benchmarking insights and market intelligence into actionable recommendations for innovation and product roadmap development
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies materials and concepts within the China ecosystem
Supplier & Partner Collaboration
- Lead strategic technical engagement with key suppliers across Asia with a strong focus on China-based partners.
- Drive alignment on development priorities performance requirements quality standards and timelines
- Influence supplier capabilities innovation direction and long-term partnership effectiveness
- Strengthen relationships to enable speed transparency and continuous improvement
Global Alignment & Influence
- Partner closely with global engineering product and sourcing teams to align priorities and execution
- Provide strategic recommendations and technical insights that influence product decisions and technology direction
- Contribute to global development programs by supporting prioritization risk mitigation and innovation advancement
- Act as a key interface between China ecosystem insights and global engineering strategy
WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN:
- Proven experience in engineering leadership within emobility automotive electronics or highperformance consumer products.
- Strong technical background in EBike systems powertrains batteries electronics or system engineering.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to strategy and drive innovation in complex cross-functional environments.
- Experience leading and developing small highimpact engineering teams.
- Handson experience working with Asian suppliers preferably in China including onsite development and serial production support.
- Strong system-level thinking with the ability to connect technical solutions to broader product and business outcomes
- Excellent crosscultural communication skills and the ability to operate effectively in a global matrix organization.
- Passion for innovation mobility and technology that enhances human performance.
Key Skills
- Change Management
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About Company
Headquartered in Morgan Hill, CA, the passionate and creative teammates at Specialized have designed and manufactured the world's most innovative bikes and gear since 1974. Founded on the principle of performance and fueled by innovation, our focus on the rider and their needs is our ... View more