R&D Director - Hardware Engineering
Ansius (Hiring for a Client)
Espoo, Finland
Updated on October 1, 2026
- On-site
- Full-time
- Senior
- Hardware Engineering / Consumer Electronics
- 6,500 - 7,500 EUR per month
Job Description
We are seeking a visionary and hands-on R&D Director to lead our hardware engineering division. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the full product lifecycle—from initial concept and prototyping to mass production—of our rugged outdoor displays, touchscreens, and payment terminals. You will mentor our mechanical and electronics engineering teams, drive critical technical decisions, and ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality and innovation. If you are a strategic leader with a passion for hardware development and a desire to shape the future of our engineering processes, we want to hear from you.
Requirements
Critical Requirements
- 15+ years of relevant engineering and hardware product development experience
- Proven track record in engineering leadership and successful product delivery
- Broad technical expertise in both mechanical and electronics engineering
- Professional working proficiency in English
- Ability to work on-site in Espoo, Finland
Important Requirements
- Strong project management skills, including budget and timeline oversight
- Experience coordinating with manufacturing partners
- Proactive, hands-on approach to technical problem-solving
- Ability to mentor and develop high-performing engineering teams
Nice to Have Requirements
- Experience with ruggedized display technology and touchscreens
- Established relationships or experience working with Asian manufacturing partners
- Familiarity with structured hardware development processes
- Interest or experience in integrating AI and automation into R&D workflows
About
We are an innovative, international company operating in an entrepreneurial environment. We pride ourselves on our flat hierarchy, offering our leadership team significant autonomy and direct access to the CTO. We are dedicated to bringing cutting-edge hardware solutions to market and are looking for a leader to help us refine our engineering practices and scale our operations.
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