R&D Manager

Would you like to work in an international company, where you will have the overall responsibility for the local R&D department?
Then read more here…

The Big Picture

Howden, a Chart Industries Company - is a global engineering company with a proud heritage and a desire to be the world’s leading application engineering company providing solutions for air and gas handling. With a rich heritage spanning over a century, we are at the forefront of innovation in providing sustainable technologies to industries worldwide.

With operations in over 30 countries, we offer a dynamic and innovative environment for talented individuals who want to take part in our commitment to research and develop our success in driving cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

What needs to be done?

At Howden´s we are currently seeking an experienced R&D Manager to join our team in Helsingør, Denmark. Your overall responsibilities are to lead R&D projects including financial governance and provide support to Sales, Service, Product Management and Manufacturing. This includes managing our local R&D department with 5 subordinates in close collaboration with the Global Product Group in Howden.

In your role as R&D Manager you will report to the Director of Environmental Compression in Howden Turbo, be part of the local management team and also technically report to the Howden Turbo R&D Leader based in Germany.

Key responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for functional safety of the product portfolio, both electrical & mechanical
• Ensure a continuous, high level of development of the capabilities within the R&D organization, both within Electrical & Mechanical design
• Ensure that deliverables are met in accordance with the product roadmap and continuously strive towards optimizing the product offering to reflect market demands.
• Provide technical clarification for customer projects in cooperation with Project Management/Sales Departments in Howden Turbo and towards customers.

In this role you can expect approx. 30 days of travel per year.

What do you need to bring?

• A scientific degree, preferably M.Sc., within engineering, mechanical or electrical design or other relevant field
• Minimum 3 years of experience from a similar position or related experience which qualifies for a management position.
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience with industrial product development
• Extensive experience in rotating equipment used in the field of Waste Water applications as well as Marine applications
• Proficiency in English, verbal and in writing, is a must. Additional language skills are considered an advantage.
• Excellent ability to communicate and present complex issues to internal & external stakeholders
• Solid documentation, planning and time management skills
• Strong capability to lead collaborative activities with internal and external partners in a global context

What will you get in return?

At Howden´s, we are committed to foster an inclusive and divers work environment where employees are empowered to reach their full potential. As R&D Manager at Howden Turbo in Helsingør, Denmark, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of our company and industries we serve. The role comes with a large degree of freedom and responsibility, opportunities for both professional and personal growth, free E-Learning courses, and daily interaction with highly skilled colleagues in house and across the borders. Our working environment is supportive and informal with flexibility to work from home and in the office.

We offer a competitive salary package in line with the position including pension, health care, lunch scheme and a variety of social activities throughout the year.

The advantages of working at Howden, a Chart Industries Company

At Howden’s, we combine our technology and worldwide engineering expertise to design and deliver solutions and services that optimise our customers’ air and gas handling processes. For our employees, customers, investors and local and global communities in which we operate, we are committed to delivering and tracking the impact of our ESG improvements.

Our organization values a supportive and informal working environment, diversity, strong collaboration and environmental initiatives.

For any inquiries, please contact Senior Recruitment Consultant Mikkel Thorsøe at Actief [xxxxx] by e-mail: mikkel.thorsoee@actief-[xxxxx].dk or phone: +[xxxxx].

As Actief [xxxxx] A/S is responsible for the full recruitment process, all inquiries should be directed to this contact. Actief [xxxxx] interviews candidates on an ongoing basis