What's the role?
You are part of a cross functional project team developing highly differentiated anchoring systems and defining technology roadmaps. Your role is to lead the technical development of these products by steering development, testing, external/internal partners and supporting functions to achieve outstanding technical solutions. Also, you shape the technology roadmap and implementation strategy by working closely with the end- customers to understand and define their needs. This full time position is available as soon as possible.
Who is Hilti?
For more than a decade, Hilti has been recognized by Great Place to Work as one of the best places to work. Founded in 1941 by the Hilti brothers, we have over 120 locations globally carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting careers. We offer innovative solutions for the construction industry, emphasizing a passionate, inclusive team and a performance-driven culture. A substantial amount of our profit goes to the Hilti Foundation, promoting societal growth and sustainable impact.
What does the role involve?
Incubate, develop, and mature innovative, most productive and highest performing anchoring systems. Step into the shoes of our end customers and scout new areas where our products would make fastening design more efficient and their life easier from an ergonomics, usability, and productivity perspective. Build a technology strategy and a product roadmap to drive to results. Set up, motivate, lead, steer and support the technical team during the development process. Work closely with the internal/external partners and key stakeholders. Assess the technical maturity and the associated risk profile of the different solution. Bring in proactivity, hands-on as well as a “can do, will do” attitude to achieve outstanding results.
93% of our people say they’re proud to work for Hilti, thanks to the quality of our products and the way we look after our people.
What do we offer?
Joining our headquarters in Schaan, Nendeln, or Buchs connects you with a diverse community of over 2,100 colleagues from 70 nationalities in a region where Liechtenstein, Austria, and Switzerland intersect. Our employee groups actively support causes like female empowerment and the LGBTQIA+ community and offer leisure activities like mountain biking and tennis. We also provide opportunities for community engagement both locally and internationally. Benefits at our headquarters include shared e-bikes, an on-site gym, dining options, learning opportunities, financial guidance, free parking, fuel discounts, workation, sabbatical, meditation / relaxation rooms, Hilti tool rental service, massage possibilities and relocation support.
What you need is:
- Completed university degree (Master, PhD) in mechanical engineering or a comparable field of study
- You have fun to develop technical solutions with hands-on mentality, and can promote your work with a good and efficient stakeholder management
- Ideally you have a proven track record in product development and team management skills for several years
- You are a collaborative team player and a self-confident personality, standing your ground in team and management discussions
- Strong interpersonal skills to successfully perform in a global matrix environment with a target oriented and proactivity
- Fluency in spoken and written English, German is a plus
Why should you apply?
At Hilti, we prioritize personalized career development, ensuring that your unique strengths are recognized and nurtured. We offer you the opportunity to take ownership of impactful projects, providing a sense of accomplishment and growth. Our excellent rewards and benefits package is designed to support your well-being and professional journey. Additionally, you will have the chance to collaborate with global cross-functional teams, enriching your experience and broadening your horizons.
Does this sound like you? We look forward to your application! For further questions, please feel free to contact Jürgen Rohr , Head of Fastener Technology or Hansa Stein , Talent Acquisition Business Partner, hansa.stein@hilti.com.
*For non-EU / EFTA citizens: Please state your eligibility status to work in Switzerland / Liechtenstein and note that if you do not own a valid Swiss / Liechtenstein work permit, Hilti cannot guarantee your final employment due to authority regulations.
Learn more about us: https://careers.hilti.group/en
Learn more about life at Hilti Headquarters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeJPLBszc2A
Hilti is an equal opportunity employer.
