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Ottendorf-Okrilla, SACHSEN🌐 Remote💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-07 → 2026-09-23

Core

Lead the development organization for mechatronic systems, overseeing construction, automation, electronics, embedded, and software teams to deliver innovative solutions for the automotive industry and technology enterprises.

Role type

Senior Engineering Department Head (System Engineering & Integration)

Builds

Mechatronic systems, embedded software, and automation solutions for automotive and cross-industry clients

Domain

Automotive industry + Mechatronics + Embedded Systems + Software Engineering

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

System Engineering, System Integration, Team Leadership, Project Management, NPI/Industrialization, Test & Validation Strategy, Configuration Management (ECR/ECO), Resource Planning, Cross-functional Collaboration

Preferred skills

Experience in international engineering teams, Mobile work setup

Technologies

PLC/SPS controls, Windows/Linux software, PCB testing, System tests

Responsibilities

Provide disciplinary and technical leadership to construction and automation department heads; Coordinate international engineering teams and define technical standards; Ensure system compatibility across all revision stages; Manage development projects including resource planning and prioritization; Guarantee project targets regarding deadlines, costs, quality, and milestones; Oversee NPI and transition of new products to series production; Build and develop a robust test and validation strategy; Manage ECR/ECO and configuration management; Collaborate with production, operations, supply chain, and service teams; Establish data-driven development control with reporting structures; Report regularly to the management team on status, risks, and measures.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities

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