ELECTRONICS R&D MANAGER

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Job Summary: Responsible for planning and directing R&D activities for electronic components, coordinating teams and projects to drive product innovation. Key Highlights: 1. Leads the research and development of new electronic components. 2. Contributes to continuous improvement and technological innovation of products. 3. Manages teams and budgets in R&D projects. We are a global company, a leader in developing regenerative infrastructures that generate a positive impact on society. Our workforce—comprising over 65\.000 professionals across more than 40 countries on five continents—supports our mission to design a better planet. We seek individuals who want to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and deliver solutions to the world’s greatest challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. Join us in pursuing solutions for a sustainable future. Job Description The primary objective of this role is to plan, direct, and coordinate R&D activities for new electronic components and ensure continuous improvement of existing components, aligning them with the technological innovations applied in the Company’s products. MAIN FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Plan, direct, and coordinate R&D activities to develop new products and improve existing ones. * Collaborate with the R&D Director to define the overall R&D program, set project goals, and establish budgets. * Lead and manage R&D personnel activities. * Coordinate and oversee project development at external research centers, monitoring timelines, costs, and quality. * Establish and manage budgets, control expenditures, and ensure efficient resource utilization. * Define and implement operational and administrative procedures. * Monitor selection, training, and performance of staff under supervision. * Collaborate with the R&D Director and senior management to define objectives, programs, and timelines for the company’s innovation strategy. * The company’s R&D department undertakes both updating of existing company products and development and evaluation of new products. * Support and collaborate with other company departments to thoroughly analyze innovation-related production needs. Candidate Requirements CANDIDATE PROFILE * Formal Education: University degree in Electronic Engineering / Telecommunications with specialization in electronics. * Non-formal / Complementary Education: A Master’s degree in Project Management is highly valued. High-level English proficiency (C1\) is mandatory. * Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar position, such as heading the electronic design department in an automotive, consumer electronics, electronics, or IoT company. * Other: Leadership skills, strong communication abilities, teamwork orientation, and proactivity. *We are a company that values diversity as a source of talent and therefore work to foster an inclusive environment promoting respect, belonging, and commitment—ensuring equal opportunity for all. We invite all individuals to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition. ACCIONA has received the Top Employer certification for 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025, recognizing the Company as one of the best employers in Spain.*