Toni Kymäläinen
About Toni Kymäläinen
Toni Kymäläinen is a Product Manager for Forestry and Heavy Recycling Cranes at Hiab, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Master of Science in Design and Mechanical Engineering from Aalto University and has extensive experience in product development and mechanical design.
Work at Hiab
Toni Kymäläinen has served as Product Manager for Forestry and Heavy Recycling Cranes at Hiab since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for integrating new technologies into product development and ensuring product profitability. He coordinates the development process with internal and external stakeholders to align product specifications with market input and customer needs. Prior to this position, he was the Team Leader responsible for New Product Development in Forestry Cranes at Hiab from 2015 to 2017, where he contributed to the advancement of product groups and lifecycle management.
Education and Expertise
Toni Kymäläinen holds a Master of Science degree in Design and Mechanical Engineering from Aalto University, which he completed from 2006 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Management from Metropolia University of Applied Sciences between 2018 and 2019. Additionally, he studied Mechanical Engineering at RWTH Aachen University for one year in 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in product management and development within the engineering sector.
Background
Before joining Hiab, Toni Kymäläinen worked at Cargotec Corporation as a Mechanical Design Engineer from 2012 to 2015. He began his career in academia as an Assistant in Training at Aalto University School of Science and Technology from 2009 to 2010. He also gained experience as a Master's Thesis Worker at Ford Motor Company in 2011 and 2012, and as a Designer Trainee at Erlatek Ltd from 2009 to 2011. His diverse work experience spans both academic and corporate environments, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of product development.
Achievements
Toni Kymäläinen has a strong background in research and development, which supports his role in product lifecycle management. His focus on integrating new technologies into product specifications has been a key aspect of his work. He has successfully coordinated development processes that ensure alignment with market needs, showcasing his ability to bridge technical and customer-focused aspects of product management.