Global Technology Research & Innovation Lead

Littelfuse; Donostia/San Sebastián; Presencial; EUR 110.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive compensation and benefits

Performance-based incentives

Flexible work arrangements

Development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Littelfuse is seeking a Technology Research Manager for its R&D Center in Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain. You will lead the global ICP research portfolio, shape the technology roadmap, and drive projects from concept to manufacturing, working with cross-functional teams worldwide.

We seek a PhD in Engineering with strong international project management experience and fluency in English and Spanish. Basque/European funding knowledge is a plus.

Formación

• PhD in Engineering with specialization areas such as materials science, welding, fuseology or electrical protection systems.
• Experience in research, innovation, technology development or a related technical environment.
• Electrical or Electronic Engineering background is an advantage, but not mandatory.
• Strong experience in innovation project management, ideally within an international organization.
• Good understanding of product development cycles, Stage-Gate processes, product standards and testing methods.
• Experience taking technologies from research/prototype stage into industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills, with excellent organization and project management abilities.
• Experience working in a global and matrix organization.
• Leadership experience and the ability to build relationships across functions, cultures and locations.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Spanish.
• Experience with Basque, Spanish or European research funding programs would be a plus

Responsabilidades

• Lead and organize the global research and technology development portfolio for ICP, covering new products, processes, materials and technologies.
• Identify emerging technologies and market trends and translate research findings into practical applications and new product opportunities.
• Manage innovation projects from idea and proof-of-concept through development, technology transfer and implementation.
• Work closely with R&D and Product Development teams when new technologies require deeper research or technical analysis.
• Build and manage a global network of universities, technology centers, suppliers, customers and strategic partners.
• Establish and continuously improve the innovation process, including project selection, milestones, stage-gates, resources, budgets and reporting.
• Identify and lead applications for regional, Spanish and European research grants and funding opportunities.
• Work with the relevant teams to identify intellectual property opportunities and ensure research activities consider existing patents.
• Support the development of the Prototype and Lab Test Centers, including future equipment and capability needs.
• Lead and develop the research team, building the right expertise both internally and through external partnerships.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Project management

English communication

Spanish communication

Innovation

Global/matrix experience

Problem solving

Engineering background

Leadership across cultures

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

PhD in Engineering (materials science, welding, fuseology or electrical protection systems)

Descripción del empleo

Littelfuse is seeking a Technology Research Manager for its R&D Center in Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain. You will lead the global ICP research portfolio, shape the technology roadmap, and drive projects from concept to manufacturing, working with cross-functional teams worldwide.

We seek a PhD in Engineering with strong international project management experience and fluency in English and Spanish. Basque/European funding knowledge is a plus.