Chief Engineer Vehicle Dynamics Controls

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

Job summary

European Tech Recruit is partnering with a Munich-based multinational in Telecoms & SW R&D to recruit a Chief Engineer Vehicle Dynamics Controls. The role focuses on advancing driving safety, stability, and overall vehicle performance.

You will lead a highly skilled team, drive advanced control architectures and x-by-wire sensor integration, and collaborate with global R&D communities. Fluency in English and willingness to travel (≈20% to China) are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s or higher degree in Automotive Engineering, Control Systems, or 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, with a history of successful delivery and launched programs.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Vehicle dynamics

Control systems

Technical leadership

Project management

English communication

Education

Master's degree in Automotive Engineering or related field

Tools

x-by-wire actuators

sensor technology

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).