Manager Biomechanic (m/f/d) - Parental Leave Cover

CYBEX; Bayreuth; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading child safety and lifestyle company based in Bayreuth is seeking a Biomechanics Team Leader. The role involves leading a team to define ergonomic design requirements for juvenile products and conducting hands-on testing with children. Candidates should possess a strong educational background in biomechanics and practical experience in team management and ergonomic design. The position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in an international environment, emphasizing collaboration and innovation.

Qualifikationen

• Completed education in biomechanics or a comparable field.
• A genuine interest in ergonomic design and user-centered development.
• Practical experience in leading a team.
• Experience working with children and understanding their developmental needs.
• Responsibility in handling safety-relevant tasks.

Aufgaben

• Lead the biomechanics team within R&D.
• Define and develop ergonomic and biomechanical requirement profiles.
• Manage laboratory equipment for testing.
• Conduct hands-on product testing with children and parents.
• Lead scientific research projects and collaborations.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Team management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Ergonomic design

User-centered development

Data evaluation

Reliability

Ausbildung

Technical or scientific education in biomechanics, ergonomics, or biomedicine

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Germany / Bayreuth

CYBEX is a company that puts tomorrow’s people at the heart of its brand. Always questioning the status quo and not afraid of challenging the establishment, CYBEX has become not just a leader in child safety but is seen as an innovative lifestyle and fashion brand for parents. We offer car seats, baby carriers, kids furniture and strollers enabling parents to keep their little ones safe in style. After growing rapidly in the last few years, we look for ambitious talent to contribute to CYBEX’s success story.

Your seat to fill:

• Leading the biomechanics team within R&D
• Drive the definition and development of ergonomic and biomechanical requirement profiles to support the safe and user-friendly design of all global juvenile product categories (child restraint systems, stroller, carrier, home products)
• Define reproducible test methods to measure and quantify human design factors. Manage the corresponding laboratory equipment
• Evaluate product concepts in early development stages, ensuring they meet ergonomic and biomechanical standards for comfort, functionality, and user well‑being
• Review technical drawings and product artworks to verify compliance with established ergonomic guidelines
• Organise and conduct hands‑on product testing with children and parents, gathering structured feedback to drive iterative design improvements
• Recruit, engage, and maintain relationships with product test families, ensuring consistent participation in product evaluation activities
• Conduct technology scouting and market research to identify innovations and emerging trends in ergonomics, comfort, and safety
• Analyze and synthesize findings from scientific studies to inform product development with the latest evidence-based insights
• Lead scientific research projects, including contributions to publications and collaboration with academic or clinical partners

Your stroll to CYBEX:

• Completed technical or scientific education (HTL, FH, or university) in biomechanics, ergonomics, biomedicine, or a comparable field
• A genuine interest in ergonomic design and user‑centred development, especially in the context of juvenile products
• Practical experience in leading a team and managing daily operations to meet organisational goals
• Practical experience working with children, with an understanding of their developmental needs and how they interact with products
• Demonstrated responsibility in handling safety‑relevant tasks and adherence to regulatory or industry standards
• Proficiency in MS Office tools, particularly for documentation, data evaluation, and presentation
• Fluent in German and confident in spoken and written English (B1 level)
• Independent and structured way of working, as well as analytical thinking and reliability
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Able to work effectively in a fast‑paced, agile environment, bringing a hands‑on, proactive, and solution‑driven mindset

CYBEX operates globally and has employees from copious nations. If you are keen to leave your footprint in a swiftly growing business that offers plenty of opportunities to grow both on a professional and individual level, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll have the chance to develop your personal profile in an international environment. As part of Goodbaby International Holdings Ltd., CYBEX is dedicated to creating an inclusive working environment that encompasses diversity and equal opportunities. At CYBEX, we place great importance on our values: Imagination, Belief, Passion, Strength, Respect, and Love. These values shape our company culture and drive us to develop innovative solutions and achieve exceptional results.