Deputy general manager - principal innovation architect

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.

This position will be based at Mumbai and will drive Innovation culture for Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.)

Job Title: Principal Innovation Architect

Job Location: Mumbai

Job Purpose

To build, drive, and sustain a robust innovation culture across the organization by enabling structured ideation, leveraging internal and external expertise, and overview the conversion of innovative ideas into measurable business impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovation programs, ideation campaigns, and workshops across the organization.
• Create platforms and forums to invite, capture, and evaluate innovative ideas from employees and stakeholders.
• Engage external facilitators, startups, consultants, academic institutions, and industry experts to bring fresh perspectives.
• Continuously scan and explore emerging technologies, trends, and innovative business models relevant to the organization.
• Share insights, trends, and best practices with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Foster a culture of experimentation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Own and manage the innovation portal, including idea lifecycle management, tracking, and reporting.
• Define innovation governance, metrics, and review mechanisms.
• Support conversion of shortlisted ideas into pilots, proof-of-concepts, and scalable initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Design, or related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in innovation, strategy, transformation, or related leadership roles.
• Exposure to running innovation programs, workshops, hackathons, or ideation platforms.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong facilitation, storytelling, and influencing skills
• Creative yet structured problem-solving mindset
• Ability to translate ideas into actionable business initiatives
• Stakeholder management across internal and external ecosystems
• Change management and cultural transformation capabilities
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number and quality of ideas generated and evaluated
• Conversion rate of ideas into pilots and implemented initiatives
• Business impact created through innovation initiatives
• Employee participation and engagement in innovation programs
• Effectiveness of innovation governance and portal usage
• Leadership and stakeholder feedback on innovation outcomes

What's in it for me?

High-visibility role shaping the architectural direction of complex, integrated systems. Collaboration with enterprise-level architects on transformative innovation initiatives. Opportunities to influence product roadmaps and adopt cutting-edge technologies. A culture that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and professional growth. Bring your architectural expertise to a team that's ready to innovate with you — apply today!

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