Process Engineer R&D

Hitachi Energy; Figeholm; Hybrid; SEK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Flexible working hours

Health care and wellness allowance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden seeks a seasoned Business R&D Senior Professional to drive innovation and strategic growth. You will lead R&D programs, translate tech advances into commercially viable solutions, and collaborate across engineering, product, sales, and marketing to ensure seamless integration into current and new business lines.

The role emphasizes market research, financial projections, and mentoring junior staff while maintaining a focus on scalable, impactful outcomes for Hitachi

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related field required; PhD is a plus.
• Strong R&D, product and process development experience.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with scientific thinking.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Proven cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder influence.
• Experience with board/paper laminate manufacturing is desirable.
• Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex R&D projects from conception to implementation.
• Perform market research and competitive analyses to spot opportunities.
• Develop business cases with financial projections and go-to-market plans.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, sales, and marketing teams.
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement across R&D and the org.
• Present findings and progress to senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify partnerships, acquisitions, or collaborations to expand reach.
• Stay updated on relevant technologies and best practices.
• Mentor junior R&D professionals and support their growth.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder influence

Project management

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

PhD in engineering (a plus)

Tools

PM tools

Job description

The opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Business R&D Senior Professional to drive innovation and strategic growth within Hitachi, Ltd. This role involves leading research and development initiatives, identifying emerging business opportunities, and translating technical advancements into commercially viable solutions.

How You\'ll Make An Impact

• Lead and manage complex R&D projects from conception through to implementation, ensuring alignment with Hitachi\'s strategic objectives and market demands.


• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify new business opportunities, technological trends, and potential disruption areas.


• Develop and refine business cases for new products, services, and technologies, including financial projections, risk assessments, and go-to-market strategies.


• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, sales, and marketing teams to ensure seamless integration of R&D outputs into existing business lines and new ventures.


• Foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement within the R&D team and across the broader organization.


• Present findings, recommendations, and project progress to senior management and key stakeholders.


• Identify and evaluate potential partnerships, acquisitions, or collaborations to accelerate R&D efforts and expand market reach.


• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in relevant technologies and industry best practices.


• Mentor and guide junior R&D professionals, fostering their growth and development.

Your background

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Engineering or a related technical field. A Ph.D. is a plus.


• Experience in R&D, product and process development.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, as well as critical and scientific thinking skills.


• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical and business concepts to diverse audiences.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.


• Experience in board or paper manufacturing, and in laminate manufacturing, is highly desirable.


• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

What We Offer

• Collective agreement


• Flexible working hours


• Health care and wellness allowance


• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy, both within Sweden and globally


• Various training and education supporting employee development


• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden


• Supplementary compensation for parental leave


• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More About Us

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you?

Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist +46-107,383,152;Unionen: Tomas L. Gustafsson [phone]; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Filip Henriksson, [e-mail]