R&D Testing Manager (m/f/d)

Testing Manager

Enapter is a rapidly-growing energy technology company with offices in Italy, Germany and Thailand. We develop and produce Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) electrolysers that enable low-cost green hydrogen production at any scale.

Enapter's mission is to make green hydrogen affordable and accessible to all. We are an international team that is united by a common vision and guided by our core principles – Urgency, Simplicity and Transparency. To find out more, please visit our company page.

We are looking for a Testing Manager to join our R&D team focusing on stack development and validation in Pisa, Italy. Our team is considered a pillar of the technical business area. As an integral part of the development process, you will tackle a wide range of technical challenges in a highly dynamic and fast-paced environment. Be ready to make an impact!

If you are as passionate about changing the world as we are then you are in the right place!

What role will you play in building a green hydrogen future?

• Coordinate a diverse team of engineers and technicians through all phases of testing campaigns: planning, execution, reporting, and delivering results on time and within scope.
• Ensure robust documentation by critically reviewing test plans and reports based on experimental activities.
• Report directly to and collaborate with the Vice President of Research & Stack Development regarding testing activities and subsequent follow-ups.
• Act as a key stakeholder in the execution of the R&D roadmap.
• Contribute actively to stack development using your expertise and deep understanding of functional requirements
• Support the Quality and Customer Support departments with internal Non-Conformances (NCs) and Root Cause Analyses (RCAs).
• Adapt, optimize, and develop testing processes and protocols.
• Manage multiple Testing Laboratories, overseeing instruments and test rigs of varying sizes (from a few watts to tens of kW).
• Interface proactively with other departments, championing the interdisciplinary nature of the R&D Testing Team.
• Apply a critical, solution-oriented approach to resolve daily operational and technical challenges

What do you need to help make our goals a reality?

• Enthusiasm for the part green hydrogen will play in tomorrow's world and Enapter's role in it
• Education: Minimum MSc in Engineering disciplines, with a basic foundational knowledge of chemistry and electrochemistry.
• Experience: At least 5 years of professional experience in product development, with proven industrial experience in R&D departments. Experience with electrochemical devices is a strong plus.
• Leadership: Previous experience in people management, with a proven ability to mentor and develop team members in fast-paced environments.
• Mindset: Open-minded with a hands-on approach. You are comfortable closely overseeing experimental runs involving mechanical, electrical, and electrochemical systems.
• Technical Skills: solid understanding of measurement devices, sensors, and industry best practices.
• Ability to elaborate logic flowcharts to enable control software development.
• Excellent grasp of broad engineering principles (thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, mechanical and electrical engineering) and industrial test rig setups.
• Familiarity with hydrogen or other flammable gases (this will significantly speed up your onboarding).
• Proven ability to develop new ideas and transform them into practical, measurable deliverables.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence), and Python.
• Languages: Excellent communication skills with fluency in both English and Italian

Why you'll look forward to working with us:

• You'll have the opportunity to help shape the future of energy in one of the most dynamic companies in the hydrogen industry
• The vision and the people: That's what our colleagues say they love the most about Enapter
• We want you to feel that you're making a real difference, so you'll have creative freedom and flexibility in how you work
• Working on an empty stomach is the worst. We offer lunch tickets and have restaurants close by that are affiliated. We also have kitchens with coffee machines to get your coffee fix!
• Optional access to health insurance to cover those unexpected visits to the doctor or specialist and optional access to a pension fund to help support your future savings goals! (In line with the current "C.C.N.L. settore Chimica Industria" – National Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Chemical Industry sector)
• We want you to feel like part of the crew – because you are! All newcomers get decked out in Enapter merch that has been sustainably selected and sourced
• We celebrate our success together… often! You'll frequently see snacks and healthy treats in the office
• An exciting working environment at our original R&D and production facility just outside of Pisa

We offer all the basics anyone can expect: A competitive salary package based on the market and what you bring to the table, paid sick leave for both your physical and mental health and 33.5 days paid leave (including holidays, permissions and ROL) per year.

Think we might be the right fit? Even if you don't meet all of the requirements we've mentioned please still apply! We are always on the lookout for new talent and for those who are passionate about what we do!

We know that diverse groups are more productive and creative! As a company with a focus on R&D and rapidly implementing innovative technology, this is particularly important to us and why we embrace and celebrate diversity. We explicitly welcome any application that brings additional perspectives to Enapter. If you believe that you can draw from your unique background and experiences to bring something new to our team, please tell us about it. We look forward to hearing from you!