Job Description

Role & responsibilities: Develop technical roadmaps aligned with business objectives and global R&D functions. Drive global and local design cost out initiatives and support local INW functions in achieving their targets. Lead product and cost benchmarking in the designated market area. Discover and implement new technologies for competitive advantage, including patent strategy with global R&D functions and Inventio. Foster organizational growth, leadership development, and implement company policies. Build relationships with local government and social organizations to promote Schindler design and industry influence encompassing escalator code and standards activities (IS, BIS) in alignment with global R&D functions. Direct and implement R&D policies, objectives, and initiatives. Collaborate with business units and top management on R&D initiatives. Manage R&D INW budget, evaluating technical efficiency and adjusting as necessary. Prepare budgets and presentations for corporate management and other units. Ensure adherence to environmental, health, safety, and energy requirements, achieving annual EHS and sustainable development goals Authorities: To develop and implement strategic plans for the department or team. To manage and allocate budgets for the department or team. To allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials. To hire, fire, and manage personnel within the department or team. To provide training and development opportunities for employees. To ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Skills/Competencies: Expertise in Engineering, Digitalization, Processes, technology management, and patent processes Proven leadership and team-building skills with strong empathy. Strategic thinker with creativity, complex problem-solving, and visionary thinking Strong financial, legal, and analytical skills with effective decision-making Can quickly understand a wide range of different engineering topics and problems People and project management Ability to work with international teams.