VP Electrolysis Technology

Hydro; Norway; On-site; NOK 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tech agenda leadership

CTO Office role

International collaboration network

Job summary

Hydro is seeking a VP Electrolysis Technology to lead electrolysis and materials technology initiatives from the Corporate Technology Office. You will translate research outcomes into operational improvements and influence Hydro’s technology strategy across the organization.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in aluminium electrolysis, a strategic mindset, and strong stakeholder management. Fluency in English and Norwegian is required to interact with global partners and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in aluminium electrolysis and material technology.
• Corporate and strategic mindset with strong stakeholder skills.
• Self-driven, structured, and capable of leading complex initiatives.
• Proficiency in English and Norwegian.
• PhD-level or equivalent expertise in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Work with R&D projects in electrolysis and material technology.
• Advise on applying technological developments in operations across smelters.
• Contribute to Hydro’s upstream technology strategy.
• Coordinate research activities between Business Areas for knowledge transfer.
• Conduct technology watch in electrolysis and materials; share insights with ELT.
• Represent Hydro externally via talks and industry presence.
• Leverage academic networks to strengthen Hydro’s capabilities.

Skills

Aluminium electrolysis

Materials technology

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

English and Norwegian

Education

PhD in Engineering (Electrolysis / Materials Science)

Job description

We are now looking to hire a VP Electrolysis Technology in Hydro’s Corporate Technology Office (CTO).

CTO is responsible for supporting the Hydro organization in successfully developing relevant technology and technological competence targeted at securing Hydro’s technological leadership and competitive position within operations and products.

In this position, you will oversee electrolysis technology development, support R&D efforts, and contribute directly to Hydro’s technology strategy. The role will ensure that research outcomes are translated into operational improvements, to maintain Hydro’s technological leadership within electrolysis and materials.

What we offer you

• A unique opportunity to shape Hydro's long-term technology agenda and contribute to the competitiveness and sustainability of one of the world's leading aluminium companies.
• A highly visible strategic role in the Group CTO Office, working across Business Areas, Corporate functions, and external partners to drive collaboration and technology leadership.
• The opportunity to strengthen and further develop the CTO Office as a trusted strategic partner, while expanding your industry, research, and academic network on an international stage.

What you will be doing

• Work with R&D projects and activities in electrolysis and material technology
• Advise on how to utilize technological developments in operational settings across smelters
• Contribute to updating and shaping Hydro’s technology strategy within upstream technology
• Coordinate research activities between Business Areas to ensure knowledge transfer and strategic alignment
• Conduct technology watch in electrolysis and materials; communicate insights to ELT and Business Areas
• Represent Hydro externally, giving talks and maintaining scientific and industry presence
• Use and expand extensive academic and research networks to strengthen Hydro’s upstream capabilities.

What will make you successful?

• 10+ years' experience from aluminium electrolysis and material technology is required, demonstrating strong analytical and strategic capabilities
• A corporate and strategic mindset and excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build and maintain effective networks across Business Areas and external partners.
• Self-driven and structured, with the ability to identify opportunities, lead complex initiatives and deliver results with a high degree of independence.
• Working proficiency in both English and Norwegian
• Degree or experience at PhD-level in Engineering, e.g. Electrolysis, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related fields

Equal opportunities

At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.

Apply before: 09/03/2026