R&D Director

About Husqvarna Construction
For more than 325 years we have driven innovation and technology development exceeding end-customers’ expectations. Husqvarna Construction, a division of the Husqvarna Group, is a world leader in machinery and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries. The foundation is built on product and technology leadership ensured by high investment levels in user-focused product development to offer professional end-users the most effective and efficient solutions. Products and services are distributed globally in all relevant sales channels. In 2021 the net sales were SEK 7,2 BSEK. In the last years the division has transformed through 4 important acquisitions. Please read more at www.husqvarnacp.com/se
R&D DIRECTOR
Electronics and Software, Husqvarna Constructions
We now have an exciting opening as a R&D Director Electronics and Software for Husqvarna Construction division. You will report to Senior Vice President Concrete Sawing & Drilling at Husqvarna Construction, and you will also be a member of the management team. Our office is located in Jonsered, a pleasant workplace close to nature, just 15 minutes from Gothenburg city.
What we can offer
When you join us you will be given the possibility to make a real impact in the organization that is constantly changing. You will work in a global context with many career opportunities. Work life balance is important to us, and we believe in responsibility and flexibility.
At Husqvarna Construction we strive to have a work environment that is inclusive and diverse, where we believe that our differences are our strengths. Our winning culture is important to us, which is why we go by the beliefs: We Care, We are Committed and We are Courageous.
Your mission and responsibilities
As a R&D Director for Electronics and Software, you will coach and lead a team of about 35 people (including consultants) in electronics and software. You will have 2 direct reporting group managers, one for Software and one for Testing and Verification. You will also be responsible for the team working with electronics.
You will be overall technical responsible for electronics and software development for all product categories within Husqvarna Construction. Which also means responsible for technical project deliveries for both new development and product care in the area.
Your team will interface and collaborate cross functionally with other teams, in order to benefit customer satisfaction, profitability and growth in the division.
Who are you?
We think that you are an experienced and inclusive leader who is passionate about people and teams along with driving results. We hope that you enjoy building networks and working in a collaborative environment with a lot of drive and passion. You have documented good leadership qualities also from a distance.
To be successful in this role we see that you need to have a degree in Engineering, or equivalent level of experience-based knowledge and at least 5 years of experience from similar positions. If you have experience of outsourcing and of leading people at a distance, it is a plus. You need to be fluent in English.
In this recruitment we are cooperating with Finnveden Executive AB. For further details about the position, please contact recruitment consultant Roger Johansson, tel. +46 70-88 11 310. As there is an ongoing selection of candidates, we would like you to submit your application as soon as possible via www.finnvedenexecutive.se.
We look forward to receiving your application!