Lead Global Engineering

Glamox; Seevetal; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Company pension

Supplementary health insurance

International travel health insurance

Wellness initiatives

Team events

Language courses

Bicycle leasing

Remote work option

Job summary

Glamox is looking for a Lead Global Engineering to steer an international team of 16 specialists across three countries. You will oversee the technical execution of global marine and offshore lighting projects, tailoring standard products to meet customer needs and ensuring delivery from order entry through final installation.

This role combines people leadership with technical coordination and continuous improvement in an international environment, with onboarding and handover support for a

Qualifications

• Technical background in engineering or related field with project experience.
• Experience leading technical teams and driving change.
• Ability to translate customer requirements into practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop an international team of 16 specialists across three countries.
• Own the technical execution of global customer projects from entry to delivery.
• Adapt standard products to meet customer requirements and quality standards.
• Structure and coordinate engineering activities and work packages for projects.
• Drive process improvements and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Project execution

German and English

Education

Engineering background

Job description

Lead Global Engineering (m/f/d)

As Lead Global Engineering, you will lead an international team of 16 technical specialists across three countries, covering disciplines such as mechanical, software, and electrical engineering.

Together with your team, you ensure the successful technical execution of global marine and offshore lighting projects by adapting, configuring, and engineering solutions to meet specific customer requirements.

This role combines people leadership, technical coordination, and continuous improvement in an international environment. As part of our long-term succession planning, a structured onboarding and handover process will support your successful start.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop an international Global Engineering team of 16 specialists across three countries, fostering collaboration and personal growth across different technical disciplines
• Take ownership of the technical execution of global customer projects – from order entry through engineering, configuration, adaptation, and final delivery of customer-specific lighting solutions
• Ensure that standard products and solutions are technically adapted to meet customer requirements, project specifications, and quality standards
• Structure, prioritize, and coordinate engineering activities and work packages to ensure efficient project execution
• Continuously improve engineering processes, drive new solutions, and collaborate closely with Project Management, Sales Support, Manufacturing, and MOW R&D in an international environment

Who You Are

• You have a technical background in engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, software engineering, or a comparable field, combined with experience in a technical project or engineering environment
• You have experience leading, coaching, and developing technical teams and enjoy creating an environment built on trust, collaboration, and continuous learning
• You are experienced in managing complex technical topics across different disciplines and turning customer requirements into practical solutions
• You have a structured and solution-oriented mindset, with strong skills in prioritization, process improvement, and driving change
• You communicate openly and confidently in an international environment and enjoy working with colleagues across different cultures; fluency in German and English is required

Your Benefits With Us

• Scandinavian-inspired company culture with flat hierarchies, trust, and open communication at eye level
• International technology projects and exciting tasks with responsibility and room for personal initiative
• Work on innovative lighting solutions for the global marine and offshore markets
• 40-hour work week with flexible working hours and the option for remote work
• Modern workplaces and an environment that encourages teamwork and independent thinking
• Regular employee development meetings, goal setting, and individual training as well as language course opportunities
• 30 days of annual leave
• Attractive benefits including company pension scheme, supplementary health insurance, and international travel health insurance
• Health and well-being initiatives such as Wellpass, preventive health checks, fresh fruit, and bicycle leasing
• Team events, workshops, and a collaborative working environment