Technology Area Leader

Alfa Laval; Veneto; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval in San Bonifacio (VR), Italy, is seeking a Technology Area Leader to drive the development of new heat exchanger technologies. You will translate customer needs into R&D requirements, lead cross‑functional teams, and influence project decisions with a strong focus on thermal performance.

The role demands mastering CFD simulations, thermodynamics, and heat transfer, with international collaboration (primarily Sweden).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree within Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related field), Physics or equivalent qualification
• Few years of working experience and/or PhD experience within the competence field
• Good knowledge of CFD simulations

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer applications to identify opportunities for product and process innovation
• Participate in Technology Development project as part of cross-functional project team with focus on the thermal aspects
• Thermal prognosis and analysis, thermal test specification, evaluations and problem solving are typical tasks
• CFD simulations involving heat transfer between fluids in 1ph- and 2ph flows (evaporation/condensation)
• Specify, follow tests and evaluate test results in our 2-phase test laboratory
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Product Management, Sales, and Manufacturing, to translate customer needs into technical solutions.
• Optimize product performance and value through innovative design and process improvements
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices relevant to heat exchangers.
• Identify and pursue innovation opportunities within product and process development
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Support knowledge sharing and competence development within the organization
• International collaboration (mainly Sweden)

Skills

Heat exchanger design

CFD simulations

Thermodynamics

Cross-functional collaboration

English language

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CFD software

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact - on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

Technology Area Leader

San Bonifacio (VR)

Mission:

Development of new technologies for brazed heat exchangers, typically used in Air conditioning, Heat Pump, Data Center and Refrigeration applications. Translation of customer long term needs into R&D requirement. Participate in decision making in projects with major impact on technology, in order to optimize performance and increase customer value.

Key tasks:

• Analyze customer applications to identify opportunities for product and process innovation
• Participate in Technology Development project as part of cross-functional project team with focus on the thermal aspects
• Thermal prognosis and analysis, thermal test specification, evaluations and problem solving are typical tasks.
• CFD Simulations involving heat transfer between fluids in 1ph- and 2ph flows (evaporation/condensation)
• Specify, follow tests and evaluate test results in our 2-phase test laboratory
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Product Management, Sales, and Manufacturing, to translate customer needs into technical solutions.
• Optimize product performance and value through innovative design and process improvements
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices relevant to heat exchangers.
• Identify and pursue innovation opportunities within product and process development
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Support knowledge sharing and competence development within the organization.
• International collaboration (mainly Sweden).

Competencies:

• Customer-oriented mindset with the ability to understand and address specific application requirements.
• Solid technical knowledge in heat exchanger design and technology
• Knowledge of heat transfer and thermodynamics
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to work effectively in a complex, international environment.

Qualifications & experience:

• Master’s degree within Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related field) , Physiscs or equivalent qualification
• Few years of working experience and/or PhD experience within the competence field
• Good knowledge of CFD simulations

Preferred (Non Mandatory) Skills

• Experience in heat exchanger design, development, or related technology roles
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials for heat exchangers.
• Experience working in multinational or matrix organizations.

At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The starting base salary for this role is 40.000€, CCNL METALWORKING.