Business R&D Team Leader

The opportunity Hitachi Energy Transformers is seeking a visionary and analytically strong Innovation Technology Scouting Lead to shape how we identify, evaluate, and connect emerging technologies to our business needs across the transformer value chain. In this strategically impactful role, you will act as our global innovation radar, scanning ecosystems, tracking technology shifts, and translating early‑stage signals into clear, actionable insights that inform R&D, portfolio, and executive‑level decision‑making. Working within the Global Innovation Organization, you will collaborate closely with R&D, Product Management, Strategy, and Business Development, as well as external partners such as startups, scale‑ups, and research institutes. Your insights will directly influence early technology bets, pilot selection, partnerships, and long‑term R&D investment decisions. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong analytical capability with curiosity and structure, enjoys working at the intersection of technology and strategy, and is motivated by shaping future‑focused decisions in a global, fast‑moving environment. How you will make an impact Build and maintain global technology landscapes, including maturity maps, benchmarking, and ecosystem overviews to support strategic and portfolio‑level decisions Produce structured intelligence on technology trends, competitor innovation moves, and ecosystem developments to inform early strategic assessments Capture business and R&D needs through workshops, interviews, and discovery sessions, aligning scouting priorities with long‑term roadmaps Develop and govern structured scouting databases covering startups, technologies, research partners, and suppliers relevant to the transformer business Design and apply technology assessment frameworks, including scoring models, due‑diligence templates, and maturity evaluations Collaborate closely with R&D, Product Management, Strategy, and Business Development to translate scouting insights into early pilots and validated opportunities Coordinate global scouting partners such as consultancies, venture scouts, accelerators, and VCs, ensuring quality, KPIs, and high‑value insights Facilitate engagement between internal teams and external innovators through matchmaking sessions, discovery calls, and exploration workshops Your background Degree in Innovation Management, Engineering, Business Innovation, Technology Strategy, or a related field Minimum 5 years’ experience in technology scouting, innovation management, market intelligence, venture‑clienting, or related roles Strong understanding of emerging technologies within energy, digitalization, industrial systems, or adjacent domains Proven ability to analyze complex information, synthesize insights, and distinguish meaningful signals from noise Experience evaluating early‑stage technologies, including maturity and risk assessments Familiarity with structured scouting tools, databases, and review methodologies Comfortable working in global, matrixed organizations and engaging diverse stakeholders Genuine interest in open innovation, technology ecosystems, and shaping future‑oriented decisions What we offer Collective agreement and flexible working hours Health care and wellness allowance Strong career opportunities within Hitachi Energy in Sweden and globally Extensive training and development opportunities Diverse, international workplace with 70+ nationalities in Sweden Supplementary parental leave compensation Employee benefit portal with a wide range of discounts and perks More about us Are you ready for a new and exciting challenge? If this sounds like you, we look forward to your application. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. For Sweden, Union representative: Sveriges Ingenjörer: Håkan Blomquist, +46 10 738 31 52 Unionen: Jens Lindbäck, +46 10 738 18 68 Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 738 70 43 All other questions: Talent Acquisition Partner, Malin Johansson, malin.johansson@hitachienergy.com

Are you passionate about creating business value while leveraging deep expertise in materials and processes? Do you want to play a key role in the green transition by shaping innovative industrial heating solutions? Then this is your opportunity to lead and develop our global R&D function for Industrial Heating. Kanthal, part of the Alleima Group, is a world-leading brand in industrial heating technology and resistance materials. We develop innovative solutions in close collaboration with our customers, with a strong commitment to reducing environmental impact. With skilled people and pioneering technology, we support some of the world’s most advanced and exciting industrial projects. Your Role In this role, you will lead the global R&D organization for Electrical Industrial Heating, including the Division’s Project Management Office. You will shape our future innovation agenda, ensuring strong collaboration across functions and translating customer needs into profitable, sustainable solutions. Key responsibilities include: Lead and develop the global R&D organization, building a high-performing and collaborative culture Translate customer needs into commercially viable applications, materials and solutions Drive and execute the R&D strategy aligned with business unit priorities Collaborate closely with Business Units and external partners to develop technology platforms and new products Strengthen methodologies and ways of working to increase efficiency, speed and innovation Build strong partnerships with suppliers, research institutes and key stakeholders You will be an active member of both Business Unit Heating Systems and Business Unit Heating Materials management teams. The role reports to the President of BU Heating Systems, with a dotted line to the President of BU Heating Materials. International travel is part of the role. About You You are a confident and inspiring leader with a strong track record of driving innovation, strategy, and business growth in a global environment. With a relevant academic background, you have built solid experience from senior roles within R&D, product management, product development, or similar areas. You combine technical depth with commercial understanding and know how to translate strategy into tangible results that create real customer value. Leading people comes naturally to you, and you have a proven ability to build high-performing teams while successfully driving change and transformation. As a person, you bring energy, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset. You are structured and solution-oriented, yet agile in your approach and able to navigate complexity with confidence. You build trust through clear communication and strong relationships, and you have a natural ability to engage and inspire people across functions and cultures. With a global perspective, you thrive in an international setting and are motivated by contributing to a more sustainable future through innovation. You are fluent in English. What you can expect from us · A strategic leadership role with significant global impact · The opportunity to drive innovation and contribute to the green transition · A collaborative and inclusive culture where your leadership makes a difference · Strong development opportunities within the Alleima Group, along with competitive benefits Other: We do not wish to be contacted by recruitment agencies or other sales and consulting companies regarding this position. In connection with employment, alcohol and drug tests are carried out according to our procedures for a safe working environment and a background check might be conducted. If you wish to attach a cover letter to your application, please make sure to attach the file when uploading your resume. For questions or information regarding the position, you are welcome to contact: Simon Lile, President BU Heating Systems, +44 7525 596869 Linda Johansson, President BU Heating Materials, +46 70 218 13 75 For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Åsa Alm, Recruitment specialist, +46 70 313 90 38 Union Representative: Petter Lindblom, Swedish Association of Academics, 070 616 04 26 Riccard Söjbjerg, Unionen, 070 611 28 71 Johan Baringson, Ledarna, 070 616 53 96 Apply by 2026-08-09, please leave a message during the vacation time and we will call you back. Kanthal is an Alleima company and a world-leading brand for products and services in industrial heating technology and resistance material. Backed by our skilled people and pioneering technology, every innovative solution is a creative partnership with our customers. With a strong commitment to reducing climate impact, we support some of the world’s largest and most exciting projects. Find out more at www.kanthal.com and www.alleima.com