Job Title: Innovation and Technology Director - Cimatron

Company Overview: 

Sandvik Intelligent Manufacturing address the customers full value chain from design and planning to verification with a combination of overarching and point-solutions. We shape the future of manufacturing by connecting and automating the component manufacturing value chain. By providing open and agnostic end-to-end solutions and shaping new markets with partners in our collaboration network making the shift towards more efficient and sustainable manufacturing possible

Cimatron develops and distributes CAD/CAM software for the manufacturing industry. Cimatron caters to all manufacturing sectors, offering specialized solutions for mold and die makers, as well as solutions for 2.5-5-Axis production milling and turning. Ranked among the top six CAD/CAM suppliers in every global region, Cimatron has subsidiaries in Asia, North America and Europe, and works with certified independent service providers in over 40 countries worldwide. Cimatron service providers offer responsive and effective sales and technical support, helping businesses use Cimatron software to maximize their potential. Cimatron's full solutions use the most advanced technology available to speed up productivity and shorten delivery times. Designed and developed by manufacturers and toolmakers with a wealth of experience on the shop floor, both of Cimatron's product lines are easy to learn and intuitive for the manufacturing professionals who use them.

Location: Pune, India

Position Overview:

Cimatron, a global leader in CAD/CAM software for toolmaking and manufacturing, is seeking a dynamic and visionary Innovation and Technology Director to lead its innovation initiatives from Pune, India. This role is pivotal in driving the development of next-generation technologies—including APIs, AI/ML, digital manufacturing, and IoT—while fostering a culture of creativity and entrepreneurship. The Innovation Director will act as a strategic leader, technology evangelist, and cross-functional collaborator, working closely with global teams and the Sandvik Intelligent Manufacturing Innovation Hub.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Innovation Leadership

• Define and execute the innovation strategy aligned with Cimatron’s business imperatives.
• Identify and develop new technology opportunities, bringing an outside-in perspective to rapidly develop impactful ideas.
• Provide access points for emerging technologies and create an environment conducive to ideation and experimentation.
• Lead strategy development and alignment in key focus areas such as digital technologies, connected intelligence, manufacturing, and IoT.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with the Product Director and CAD/CAM Development Director to align innovation with product roadmaps and technical feasibility.
• Interface with internal and external customers to conceive, communicate, and execute innovation plans.

Team Leadership

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of developers and innovation engineers.
• Develop team capability and capacity in targeted areas as part of organizational growth and profit plans.
• Foster an entrepreneurial and innovative culture, promoting Sandvik’s core value of “Curiosity.”

Technology Development

• Oversee design, prototyping, and implementation of innovative solutions that enhance product capabilities and customer value.
• Drive improvements in technology development processes and ensure high standards of code quality, performance, and maintainability.

Global Integration

• Act as a key interface with the Sandvik Intelligent Manufacturing Innovation Hub and other business units to ensure alignment and synergy across innovation efforts.

Modern Methodologies

• Promote and implement Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD practices to enhance productivity and software quality.
• Drive continuous improvements to processes and procedures to accelerate technology development and adoption.

Project Management

• Define project goals, scope, and KPIs.
• Plan and oversee project tasks, manage resources within budget, and ensure timely delivery.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and manage multiple programs simultaneously.

Collaboration with the Product Director

• Translate product vision into innovation by identifying emerging technologies and trends.
• Align innovation initiatives with short- and long-term product roadmap goals.
• Collaborate on ideation workshops, proof-of-concept development, and early-stage validation.
• Incorporate customer feedback and market insights into the innovation pipeline.
• Support agile product development with innovative components and frameworks.
• Evaluate trade-offs between innovation, feasibility, and time-to-market.

Collaboration with the CAD/CAM Development Director

• Ensure technical alignment of innovations with existing CAD/CAM frameworks.
• Coordinate integration of new technologies into the development pipeline.
• Align innovation timelines with development cycles for synchronized releases.
• Maintain high standards of code quality and establish continuous feedback loops.

Collaboration with Leadership

• Partner with other leadership team members to select and implement technologies that enhance operational and support team productivity.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in software development and innovation dedicated to manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in AI/ML, API development, digital manufacturing, and IoT technologies.
• Experience in CAD/CAM or industrial software is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in project and program management.
• Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment.

How to apply:

You may upload your updated profile in Workday against the JR R0081423 through your login, no later than Aug 18th, 2025

Or

Please send your application by registering on our site www.sandvik.com/career and uploading your CV against the JR R0081423 before Aug 18th, 2025.

Our recruitment process is open and fair – we welcome all applicants and evaluate every unique application in line with the specified requirements profile, to find the best match for the position. To learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our career site.