Technology Area Leader
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026. Alfa Laval scores A on the Alion truth index.
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Technology Area Leader
San Bonifacio (VR)
Mission:
Development of new technologies for brazed heat exchangers, typically used in Air conditioning, Heat Pump, Data Center and Refrigeration applications. Translation of customer long term needs into R&D requirement. Participate in decision making in projects with major impact on technology, in order to optimize performance and increase customer value.
Key tasks:
- Analyze customer applications to identify opportunities for product and process innovation
- Participate in Technology Development project as part of cross-functional project team with focus on the thermal aspects
- Thermal prognosis and analysis, thermal test specification, evaluations and problem solving are typical tasks.
- CFD Simulations involving heat transfer between fluids in 1ph- and 2ph flows (evaporation/condensation)
- Specify, follow tests and evaluate test results in our 2-phase test laboratory
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Product Management, Sales, and Manufacturing, to translate customer needs into technical solutions.
- Optimize product performance and value through innovative design and process improvements
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices relevant to heat exchangers.
- Identify and pursue innovation opportunities within product and process development
- Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Support knowledge sharing and competence development within the organization.
- International collaboration (mainly Sweden).
Competencies:
- Customer-oriented mindset with the ability to understand and address specific application requirements.
- Solid technical knowledge in heat exchanger design and technology
- Knowledge of heat transfer and thermodynamics
- Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
- Ability to work effectively in a complex, international environment.
Qualifications & experience:
- Master’s degree within Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or related field) , Physiscs or equivalent qualification
- Few years of working experience and/or PhD experience within the competence field
- Good knowledge of CFD simulations
Preferred (Non Mandatory) Skills
- Experience in heat exchanger design, development, or related technology roles
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials for heat exchangers.
- Experience working in multinational or matrix organizations.
At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The starting base salary for this role is 40.000€, CCNL METALWORKING.