Innovation Technology Scouting Lead

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

The opportunity Hitachi Energy is a global leader in advancing a sustainable energy future. By delivering innovative solutions in electric power, we enable countries and industries to transition toward greener, more reliable, and efficient electricity systems. When you join us, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where technology, collaboration, and innovation go hand in hand. We are now looking for a Business R&D Team Leader to join our organization. In this role, you will take on a key position combining technical leadership and people management, with accountability for design ownership, technical quality, and long-term capability development within R&D. You will lead a cross-functional team covering hardware, software, optical and mechanical engineering, ensuring strong technical direction and high product quality across the full lifecycle. This role is central to strengthening our R&D capabilities and supporting continued growth in a global, matrix organization. How you’ll make an impact Lead and develop a team of HW & SW engineers and consultants within Business R&D Take ownership of technical design, quality, and long-term sustainability of products Drive R&D strategies aligned with business objectives and technology roadmap Oversee the full R&D lifecycle – from concept and design to testing and pilot implementation Ensure strong architectural integrity and technical direction across projects Collaborate with internal stakeholders across functions to integrate R&D outcomes into products Manage resources, priorities, and competence development in a matrix organization Support innovation, continuous improvement, and future capability building within the team Your background MSc or PhD in Engineering or a related technical field 8–10+ years of experience in R&D, product development, or innovation Proven experience in a leadership role, combining people management and technical responsibility Strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering environments (hardware, software, mechanical or optical) Experience working with full product lifecycle, including testing, verification, and industrialization Ability to drive technical strategy while managing complexity in a global matrix organization Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience in building teams, structures, and ways of working is highly valued What we offer Collective agreement Flexible working time Health care and wellness allowance Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase Various trainings 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? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Lead Recruiter, Malin Johansson, malin.johansson@hitachienergy.com