.DescriptionWithin the Hitachi Energy Transformers business unit (BU) we are seeking a dedicated and innovative R&D Circularity Program Manager to join us within one of our Technology Centers. As part of our commitment to sustainability and the circular economy, this role focuses on optimizing the lifecycle of our transformer products and services to ensure minimal environmental impact. The R&D Circularity Program Manager will introduce eco-design principles to enhance the durability, reparability, and recyclability of transformer materials and components. The successful candidate will collaborate both internally across the global product groups (GPGs) and externally with dismantlers, recyclers, startups and academia to drive R&D activities that prioritize efficient material separation, recovery and reuse.Moreover, the R&D Circularity Program Manager will ensure our processes and products align with current and upcoming circularity regulatory and compliance legislations, such as: the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Digital Product Passport (DPP), and the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive... ensuring that we not only meet but exceed requirements.Your responsibilities- Lead and contribute to R&D projects including technology scouting aimed at integrating eco-design principles, enhancing product circularity, including material recovery, innovative recycling technologies and lifecycle assessment- Conduct feasibility studies and pilot projects to test new circular solutions and coordinate industrialization in manufacturing- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with external stakeholders (e.G. dismantlers, recyclers, external labs, research centers, universities) to enhance circularity initiatives and optimize end-of-life processes for our products- Maintain up to date knowledge of evolving regulations (e.G. ESPR, EPR, REACH, RoHS, DPP, Take-back-Programs, WEEE...) relevant to circular economy initiatives. Ensure that all R&D circularity initiatives comply with regulations- Provide guidance and knowledge to internal teams on regulatory requirements and best practices for circularity