Senior Manager, Crushing R&D Program

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 03/21/2025

Introduction

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Manager, Crushing R&D Program to join our Technology & Innovation team in the Minerals business area. In this pivotal role, you will oversee and manage all research and technology development activities related to the Crushing business line R&D program. Your contributions will be essential in developing and validating new crushing technologies, ultimately delivering innovative products to our customers. You will report directly to the VP of Technology & Innovation.

This position offers flexibility in location, with options to be based in either Brookfield, WI, USA or Münster, Germany. We also support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. Global travel is expected to be around 30% to 35%.

Team You Will Join

You will be part of a team of technical leaders focused on the research and development of sustainable mineral processing technologies. Our current projects focus on enhancing energy efficiency, water efficiency, and overall performance of our customers' operations. We collaborate with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to implement our projects, building a team culture centered on collaboration and reaching goals together. Our team members are located in Finland, Germany, Brazil, France, Sweden, and the USA.

Key Responsibilities

• Define requirements for engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, and accounting departments for projects managed directly (R&D program lead serving as Project Manager).
• Direct and support project managers in managing projects indirectly.
• Contribute to planning and implementing the BA R&D strategy, roadmaps, and portfolio related to the assigned R&D program.
• Report project status, financials, and schedules accurately and timely.
• Keep Product Group leaders and other stakeholders informed about project progress.
• Participate in technical decisions and coordinate technical details with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with supply chain, market areas, test centers, customers, universities, and vendors as required by the assigned projects.
• Provide technical support for strategic sales cases and troubleshoot business-critical commissioning cases.

Within Technology & Innovation

• Work closely with the Head of Technology & Innovation to maintain accurate project status reporting.
• Collaborate with engineers and researchers for project support.
• Support the Sustainability Program leader in analyzing and reporting sustainability metrics for the assigned R&D program.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in Project Management.
• Experience with crushing equipment technology.

What's in it for you

• Wellbeing and safety - benefit from generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, and engagement surveys.
• Annual bonus - global incentive programs tied to business and performance targets.
• Hybrid working possibilities - while we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• Extensive learning opportunities - ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
• A thriving culture – we are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.

Get in touch

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click ‘Apply now’ to leave your application.

For additional information, please contact Ashley Koepke, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist @ Ashley.koepke@metso.com.

Did not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. You may be the right candidate for the role.

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers' energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise. We are the partner for positive change. 

Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Metso employs over 17,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2023 were about EUR 5.4 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com, x.com/metsoofficial