Chief Engineer Vehicle Dynamics Controls

European Tech Recruit; München; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

European Tech Recruit is seeking a Chief Engineer Vehicle Dynamics Controls in Munich to lead development of advanced control architectures for autonomous and electric vehicles. You will guide a global team, shape roadmaps, and collaborate with research communities to push vehicle performance forward.

The role requires 15+ years in vehicle dynamics, proven technical leadership, and fluency in English, with travel to China around 20% of the time.

Qualifications

• Master's or higher degree in Automotive Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in developing control systems for vehicle dynamics or related automotive systems.
• Proven track record of technical leadership and engineering management delivering programs.
• Excellent communication and management skills under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Fluent English and ability to work in an international environment; willingness to travel to China (~20%).

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects on advanced control architectures, new x-by-wire actuators, and novel sensors.
• Develop roadmaps and publish insights on vehicle and chassis technologies.
• Foster Europe-wide collaboration leveraging German automotive expertise.
• Drive vehicle performance strategy with HQ executives and highlight its importance.
• Manage the daily team, development plans, team building, and project delivery.

Skills

Technical leadership

Team management

English proficiency

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Master's in Automotive Engineering

Job description

Chief Engineer Vehicle Dynamics Controls

European Tech Recruit are working closely with a multinational Telecommunications & SW R&D company, based in Munich, who are looking for a talented Chief Engineer Vehicle Dynamics Controls to join their team.

In this role you will focus on enhancing driving safety, stability, and overall vehicle performance.

The ideal candidate will possess over 15 years of experience in leading technical teams, along with a deep expertise in vehicle dynamics, including advanced control architectures utilizing modern x-by-wire systems and next-generation sensors.

This team focuses on emerging technology trends and architectures within intelligent vehicle dynamics. In this multidisciplinary role, you will collaborate closely with global research and development communities.

Responsibilities as Chief Engineer Vehicle Dynamics Controls:

• Lead research and development projects focusing on advanced control architectures (e.g., collaborative, domain, and AI control), new x-by-wire actuators, and novel sensors to continuously enhance the core competitiveness of autonomous and electric vehicles.
• Generate insights into new vehicle and chassis hardware/software technologies, author reports on the current industry state and trends, and develop mid-to-long-term technology roadmaps.
• Build academic and industry cooperation within Europe and fully leverage the advantages of the vehicle dynamics expertise in the German automotive industry.
• Work with HQ executives to drive the vehicle performance strategy, strengthening and highlighting the importance of intelligent vehicle control across the organization.
• Be responsible for daily team management, including employees' long-term development, team building, and project management.

Requirements:

• Master's or higher degree in Automotive Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field, with a specialization in vehicle dynamics or control theory.
• 15+ years of experience in developing control systems for vehicle dynamics or related automotive systems.
• A proven track record of technical leadership and engineering management, with a history of successful delivery and launched programs.
• Excellent communication and management skills, with a demonstrated ability to deliver on commitments under pressure and tight deadlines.
• A team player who thrives in an international environment. Fluent communication skills in English are essential.
• Willingness and availability to travel to China (approximately 20% of the time).

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