Technischer Manager / Lead Engineer
Bremen, Germany
Full-time
€80,000 – €90,000 EUR gross
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Technischer Manager / Lead Engineer to take overall technical responsibility for the architecture, design, and integration of complex automated systems. This role combines strategic system ownership with hands-on technical leadership in a technology-driven and regulated environment.
You will lead interdisciplinary engineering teams and ensure the successful delivery of high-performance, compliant, and scalable system solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Technical Leadership: Overall responsibility for system architecture, technical design, and integration of complex automated systems
* Team Leadership & Development: Lead and further develop an interdisciplinary engineering team (mechanics, electronics, embedded software, system integration, testing)
* Systems Engineering: Ensure functional, technical, and safety requirements throughout the full development lifecycle
* Agile Governance: Implement and optimize agile methods (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
* Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate closely with project management, production, procurement, QA, and external development partners
* Technology Evaluation: Assess and integrate emerging technologies in automation, sensor technology, intelligent control systems, and digital networking
* Quality & Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant standards and regulatory requirements (ISO, MIL, or comparable industrial standards)
* Mentoring & Culture: Support team growth and foster a performance-oriented engineering culture
Requirements
* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
* Minimum 7 years of experience in the development of complex technical systems, ideally in regulated or high-tech environments
* Strong expertise in automation and control engineering, systems engineering, and digital system integration
* Proven experience leading interdisciplinary engineering teams
* Experience in agile development environments (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Agile Coach certifications are a plus)
* Structured, solution-oriented mindset with strong accountability
* Excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
* Fluency in German and English (written and spoken)
* Willingness to undergo security clearance in accordance with legal requirements
What We Offer
* Competitive salary package (€80,000–€90,000)
* Leadership role in high-impact engineering projects
* Innovative and technology-focused environment
* Opportunity to shape system architecture and engineering culture