For our locations in Remscheid, Valls (Spain), Brno (Czech Republic), or Coventry (United Kingdom),
we are looking for you as :
Engineering Director (m / f / d)
Your tasks :
* Lead Engineering Team
* Manage German and Czech Republic engineering managers and EU Laboratory managers
* Define and refine the design and development processes
* Ensure compliance with internal and external standards, policies, and laws
* Support escalation of quality claims and align engineering/lab team strategies
* Promote teamwork and lead the team to define and achieve objectives
* Maintain motivation and engagement within the team
* Assess employee skills and training needs
* Mentor potential leaders within the organization
* Recruit new talent
* Support the development of the global product roadmap
* Participate in benchmarking and research into new technology areas
* Develop products outside traditional CS types (e.g., CCS)
* Leverage global cross-functional capabilities
* Guide engineering through RFQ processes and Technical Design Reviews
* Present Lear CS Engineering capabilities and product focus to customers during TDR
* Strategically plan Vertical Integration products for EDS (Wire Harness Division)
* Manage European Engineering and Laboratory budgets
* Oversee current year month-end closing and forecasting
* Develop budgets for the upcoming year
* Approve expenditures
* Implement corporate cost reduction initiatives, including footprint optimization and expanded use of Brno and PETC locations in CS
* Improve efficiency through digital tools, simulation, and automation
* Build cooperative relationships with departments such as Sales, Purchasing, Finance, Cost and Price, EDS, Electronics, High Power, Seating, Lab, and Quality
* Support the lab in enhancing Connection Systems validation capabilities
* Lead CTO activities related to cost-saving initiatives, developing a roadmap with clear actions and responsibilities
Your profile :
* Degree from a Technical University
* Extensive experience in Engineering or Project Management, preferably in Terminal & Connectors
* Knowledge in operations and manufacturing processes (progressive die stamping, injection molding, assembly)
* Experience with metals and plastics
* Familiarity with Quality and Engineering processes such as APQP, DFMEA, DFSS, FEM
* Fluent in spoken and written English
We offer :
* Collaborative environment with trust, openness, and respect
* Independent and autonomous work culture
* Long-term prospects in a growing international company with flat hierarchies
PUT YOUR SKILLS TO BETTER USE :
If you are eager to invest your time and energy in a modern, innovative company, shape your career with us by sending your application!
People with disabilities are very welcome to apply!
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