Directeur R&D - Data Center & BESS (H/F)
Core
Define and pilot the global technology roadmap for liquid cooling (DLC) and power supply unit (PSU) solutions dedicated to Data Centers (Hyperscalers) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Role type
Director of R&D (Platforms & Strategy)
Builds
Reusable technology blocks (Design, architecture, patents) for liquid cooling and power supply platforms.
Domain
Automotive supplier / Data Center infrastructure / BESS / Liquid Cooling / Power Electronics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
R&D project leadership, liquid cooling technology expertise, data center electrical architecture knowledge, international team leadership, R&D budget management, standardization culture, business vision
Preferred skills
Make or Buy strategy definition, strategic partnership identification
Technologies
Liquid Cooling (DLC), Power Supply Units (PSU), Data Center architectures, BESS systems
Responsibilities
Define global R&D roadmap, pilot proofs of concept (PoC), structure R&D activity and manage teams, manage R&D budget (hours, CAPEX, headcount), define Make or Buy strategy, identify strategic partners
Seniority
Director, strategy & mentorship