Systems and Application Engineering Manager

Johnson Electric; Aachen; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in advanced drivetrain engineering is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive innovation in the development of differential and EDU subsystems. The role demands a senior professional with a Master’s degree and extensive experience in system engineering to mentor teams and manage cross-functional projects. The successful candidate will engage in international collaborations and lead cutting-edge projects in a dynamic environment, enhancing their leadership capabilities and technical expertise.

Qualifikationen

• 5 to 10 years of experience in system engineering or product development.
• Proven track record in leading complex cross-functional projects.
• Fluency in both English and German required; Chinese is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead the end-to-end development of differential systems.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including design and manufacturing engineering.
• Define project plans, timelines, and resource requirements.

Kenntnisse

Project Planning

Stakeholder Management

Cross-functional Team Leadership

System Engineering

Communication

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Lead the end-to-end development of differential, including concept development, technical specification, integration, validation EDU sub-systems, and release.

Own the system-level architecture and ensure alignment with application requirements and internal product roadmaps.

Act as the technical and program interface to OEMs and Tier 1s, ensuring that system performance, NVH, cost targets are met.

Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams including design, simulation, testing, prototyping, manufacturing engineering

Define and execute project plans, timelines, resource requirements, and risk assessments.

Support business development teams in customer engagements and technical presentations.

Mentor engineers and contribute to building a sustainable engineering capability within the organization.

Master’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.

Minimum range of 5 to 10 years of experience in system engineering or product development for EDU subsystems, differentials, or similar drivetrain systems.

Proven track record in leading complex cross-functional projects within an OEM or Tier 1 environment.

Solid understanding of drivetrain architectures, NVH, and durability requirements.

Experience with simulation-driven development, system validation, and APQP processes.

International work experience or collaboration with multi-site engineering teams.

Familiarity with validation tools and test planning (e.g. durability test cycles, NVH testing).

Fluency in both English and German is required to effectively communicate in our multinational environment and with diverse stakeholders. Chinese language skills would be considered an advantage.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

This role offers the opportunity to lead cutting-edge development projects in advanced drivetrain systems, driving innovation in next-generation differential and EDU subsystems - while enabling mentorship and the development of a sustainable engineering organization. It provides a chance to work collaboratively with global teams, fostering international experience and cross-cultural leadership. Overall, it combines technical challenge with leadership and strategic influence in a forward-thinking automotive environment.