Global R&D Manager Drilling

Global R&D Manager Drilling to Underground Division, Epiroc

Join us leading our industry transformation to emission-free and fully automated mining.

We are a global R&D organization – and we are the first mining equipment company to be approved for Science Based Targets (SBTi). We work in tight collaboration with Market and Operations and deliver fore-front technology solutions. We also collaborate with strategic partners and joint ventures and seek actively new technology opportunities. We are inclusive, results-driven and engaged as leaders.

Epiroc core values are Innovation, Commitment and Collaboration, and we live by these values each day. We offer you an inspiring place for growth.

Your mission

The mission is to continue ensure market leading position in our Drilling core segments, Electrification, Automation and Digitalization, both in short- and long terms by having the strongest product portfolio in our industry.

You will ensure an industry-best global R&D organization with a clear future vision. Develop mid- and long-term for product & platforms roadmaps for Underground Drilling segments in line with market priorities and ensure global product ownership and product development by agile and digitalized ways of working.

Together with Global R&D Management you will plan and execute R&D tactical and strategic targets in line with Underground division business needs. Shorten time to market in New Product Development by applying agile ways of working and be active and responsive member in the global R&D Management team. In this role you will develop highly competent and motivated leaders and teams by continuous and responsible feedback, coaching and support.

We lead a high-performing global organization, with skilled employees and a culture of continuous learning. We have a safe and inclusive workplace where we strive for that all people feel belonging.

Your profile

In this role you need to have proven experience from leading a global R&D organization and

experience from leading through leaders. You lead to attract, develop, and retain talents for the future. You lead and manage the R&D organization in an efficient and inclusive way and ensure a 'to do attitude and best practice sharing' in all our units. You ensure both strategic and operative focus and results-driven & accountable behavior. You keep active communication with the organization and stakeholders and act with our core values Innovation, Collaboration and Commitment in mind.

As a person you have strong managerial and communication skills. You see Safety and Sustainability as natural parts of our responsibility - and as competitive advantage in our products & solutions.

You are a courageous and caring leader!

Location and travel

This position is located in Sweden. Global travel is required to some extent.

In case a candidate from a different country applies and is successful, international assignment terms and conditions may apply.

Life at Epiroc

By joining our team, you can expect an atmosphere of creativity, innovation, and workplace diversity. You will be a part of a group of skilled and helpful colleagues who live by our core values: Collaboration, Commitment, and Innovation. We work in a global environment with over 113 different nationalities!

In addition to the fact that we have a culture that is characterized by development combined with having a good balance between work and leisure, there are some things that makes us a little extra proud to work at Epiroc:  

• Global career opportunities
• Epiroc University, for your own competence development
• Community involvement
• Benefits package, which amongst other things include flexible working hours and bonus.

A hybrid workplace

Life at Epiroc can include the possibility for a hybrid workplace. It is a way of working that offers flexibility and participation allowing for a better balance between work and private life, which also promotes well-being. The hybrid workplace is an opportunity if work allows, based on your role, responsibilities, and individual conditions.

Application and contact information

In this recruitment process, we review applications continuously. Welcome with your application as soon as possible by creating an account in our recruitment system. Last day to apply for this position is 2024-05-23.

For questions about the position please contact hiring manager: Åsa Gabrielsson, Vice President Research & Development, Underground division, asa.gabrielsson@epiroc.com

For questions about the recruitment process or application please contact: Recruitment specialist Maria Roseen, maria.x.roseen@external.epiroc.com