Johnson Electric Senior Research & Innovation Engineer – Hydrogen technologies 

Serbia, Central Serbia, Niš 

3833147

As ainyou will lead the innovation and development of cutting-edgetechnologies, focusing on, storage technologies, and subsystems for(FCEVs). You will spearhead the creation of a specialized department dedicated to advancing our role in the hydrogen economy. This position will require managing a small team and establishing a hydrogen testing facility in Aachen. Your leadership will drive forward our capabilities infor hydrogen technology components, ensuring alignment with our sustainable business objectives.

Your responsibilities:

• Project Management : Oversee the entire lifecycle of hydrogen technology projects from concept through development, testing, and implementation. Act as a liaison with business development and other departments to ensure project success.

• Team Leadership : Build and manage a small team comprising an additional engineer and students. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Testing Facility Setup and Operation : Establish and operate a hydrogen testing stand for components in Aachen, ensuring all operations comply with safety and technical standards.

• Strategic Collaboration : Work closely with the academic and industry network of JE Aachen and other key stakeholders in the hydrogen sector to integrate and leverage external expertise and technologies.

• Technical and Customer Project Oversight : Handle technical tasks in customer projects, ensuring solutions meet client and market needs.

• Interdepartmental Coordination : Engage with manufacturing sites to oversee the fabrication of hydrogen components, ensuring quality and efficiency.

Our requirements:

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field, with a focus on hydrogen technology or related areas.

• At least 5 years of experience in research and development within the hydrogen industry, including significant project management experience.

• Profound knowledge of electrolyzer technology, hydrogen storage solutions, and FCEV subsystems. Experience with powder metallurgy is highly desirable.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams.

• Strong connections within the hydrogen academic and industry networks, particularly within Europe.

• Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in German is highly desirable to facilitate local operations and collaborations.

What we offer:

• Possibility of occasional travel for collaborations and industry events.

• Dynamic environment, focusing on innovative projects with strategic importance to the company’s future in the hydrogen sector.

• Unique opportunity to be at the forefront of the hydrogen technology transformation, contributing to a sustainable future while working in a stimulating and supportive environment.

• Work-life balance: through flexible working hours and 6 weeks of vacation

• Modern workspaces, good transport connections, free parking in the car park, health promotion, business bike, company pension scheme, regular company events, company football, and much more

• Top-industry compensation and benefits package

• If you are a visionary engineer with a passion for sustainability and innovation, we encourage you to apply.