Research & Development

Vice President, Development & Product Management, Rotary Drilling Division

Shape the future of the Rotary Drilling Division’s product portfolio and technology roadmap. Business Area Mining is looking for an accomplished product and engineering leader who turns market needs and industry trends into innovative solutions that create lasting customer and business value.

Your mission
As Vice President, Development and Product Management, you lead the global function across R&D, product engineering, order-based engineering and product management. You define the strategic direction of the portfolio, guide investments in innovation and ensure alignment between the product roadmap and business objectives.

You’re a member of the Division Management Team and report to the Division President.

Job responsibilities

• Define and implement the offering development process, from market segmentation and opportunity evaluation to commercialization.

• Develop and execute the Rotary Drilling product roadmap in line with business strategy, customer needs and industry trends.

• Lead the new product development and the complete product lifecycle, while integrating Automation, Electrification and Digitalization into the offering.

• Own product profitability through cost-reduction initiatives, portfolio rationalization and improvements in quality and efficiency.

• Strengthen cross-functional collaboration with supply chain partners, engineering vendors and division management.

• Build and retain a strong R&D and Product Management team that supports innovation, engagement and continuous improvement.

Location and flexibility
This position is based in Alachua, Florida, USA. Domestic and international travel of up to 25% is required.

Your profile
You’re an experienced leader with extensive progressive leadership experience in product development, product line management or both. Your background includes successfully launching products, leading large teams and driving strategic growth in complex technical environments.

External applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, indefinite basis without sponsorship. Current employees may be considered for visa sponsorship based on business needs and company policy.

Your background includes

• A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.

• Strong experience in Automation, Electrification or Digitalization.

• Experience leading cross-functional, global teams and delivering complex technical projects on time and to the expected quality.

• Fluency in English, together with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Expertise in rotary drilling applications and technologies is an advantage.

A result-focused and hands-on approach helps you turn strategy into action. You lead change with creativity and commitment, collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries and bring genuine passion to developing advanced industrial products and solutions.

Our culture

At Sandvik, we’re tech driven, innovative and entrepreneurial. We believe that success is a team effort so we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. We invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us further.

Contact information

For further information about this position, please contact James Crilley, Executive Talent Acquisition Expert, james.crilley@sandvik.com

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Hiring Manager: David Hallett, President, Rotary Drilling Division (effective November 1st, 2026).

How to apply

Send your application no later than October 22nd, 2026. Click apply and include your resume and cover letter in English. Please note that we don’t accept applications by e-mail. Job ID: R0098104.

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 or contact HR Services at

hrservices.sweden@sandvik.com.

Business area Mining is a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, service, digital solutions and sustainability-driving technologies for the mining and construction industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling and quarrying. In 2025, sales were approximately SEK 63 billion with about 18,400 employees.

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