神奈川伊勢原_electronics R&d Director_manager

Valeo Service

Isehara, Kanagawa, Japan
Not specified (assumed in-office or hybrid based on typical roles in r&d).
Master's or doctoral degree required
10+ years r&d experience in manufacturing
Business-level english proficiency
Valeo is seeking an R&D Director/Manager for their operations in Isehara, Kanagawa, Japan. The role focuses on leading next-generation lighting solutions through innovation and open collaboration, requiring significant technical expertise and leadership in the automotive industry

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the technical compass for Ichikoh Industries and Valeo Group to lead next-generation lighting solutions through open innovation.
  • The position involves directing complex R&I projects, managing multi-criteria decision-making, and establishing strategic partnerships with global startups and research institutions.
  • Candidates will leverage one of the world's largest R&D budgets to drive technological breakthroughs while ensuring intellectual property protection and freedom to operate.

Matching Summary

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Valeo is seeking an R&D Director/Manager for their operations in Isehara, Kanagawa, Japan. The role focuses on leading next-generation lighting solutions through innovation and open collaboration, requiring significant technical expertise and leadership in the automotive industry.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's or Doctoral degree required
  • 10+ years R&D experience in manufacturing
  • Business-level English proficiency
  • Optics, physics, electronics, or materials engineering background
  • Patent mining and FTO analysis expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with global startup partnerships
  • Cross-industry technology transfer knowledge
  • Leadership in uncertain conditions
  • Strategic business impact focus

Key Requirements

  • Master's or Doctoral degree in relevant field
  • 10+ years practical R&D experience
  • Advanced English communication skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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