Team Lead - Automation Engineering

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An innovative engineering company near Munich is looking to appoint a Team Lead to take responsibility for its core automation and production systems group. Operating at the intersection of robotics, mechanical design, and smart process control, the company delivers bespoke, high-performance solutions for the composite materials industry - with applications across aerospace, mobility, and renewable energy sectors.

This is a leadership position within a growing, high-tech environment. You will be responsible for guiding a cross-functional team of four engineers working on concept development, equipment implementation, supplier collaboration, and international commissioning. The role reports directly to the Technical Director and forms part of the broader management team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team working on automation technologies for composite manufacturing
• Oversee the full lifecycle of automation projects: from design and planning through to procurement, assembly, and customer delivery
• Coordinate directly with customers and suppliers on system specifications and implementation
• Actively participate in R&D, optimisation studies, and continuous improvement of production platforms
• Support on-site commissioning activities, including occasional international travel (~10%)

Your Profile:

• Background in mechanical, automation, or mechatronic engineering (Master’s or equivalent)
• At least 5 years’ experience in the design and implementation of industrial automation systems
• Proven leadership experience in an engineering or technical environment
• Hands-on mindset with a structured, analytical, and quality-driven approach
• Proficiency with CAD tools; experience with Autodesk Inventor is a plus
• Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 10%)

Why Join?

• Join a specialist team at the forefront of automation in advanced composites
• Contribute to systems used by global leaders in aerospace and green mobility
• Shape the future of production technology in a highly collaborative, innovation-led setting
• Enjoy a flexible work model, a modern engineering environment, and strong team culture

If you’re a technically minded leader who enjoys both strategic direction and hands-on implementation, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape next-generation production systems in a niche, high-growth sector.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Robotics Engineering, and Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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