Systems and Application Engineering Manager

Johnson Electric Group; Aachen; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading automotive innovation company in Aachen is seeking a Systems and Application Engineering Manager. This role involves leading the development of advanced drivetrain systems while managing cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 5-10 years of relevant experience, and fluency in English and German. Join a global team aimed at improving quality of life through innovative motion systems.

Leistungen

Opportunities for mentorship

Collaboration with global teams

Inclusive work culture

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in system engineering for drivetrain systems.
• Proven track record in leading complex projects within an OEM or Tier 1 environment.
• Fluency in both English and German is required.

Aufgaben

• Lead the end-to-end development of differential and EDU sub-systems.
• Act as the technical interface to OEMs ensuring performance targets are met.
• Mentor engineers and build sustainable engineering capability.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical Engineering

Management Experience

Leadership Experience

Team Management

Distributed Systems

Project Management

Ausbildung

Masters degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Tools

Simulation tools

Validation tools for NVH testing

Jobbeschreibung

Come Innovate Motion with Us

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Systems and Application Engineering Manager to lead the development of a next-generation differential and EDU subsystem platform based on advanced powder metal technology and SSKU-approach. The role will be responsible for driving the system-level design application integration and validation strategy from concept through validation working in close collaboration with our global design testing and industrialization teams in Germany and China.

The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in drivetrain systems with strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills.

Your responsibilities will be to :

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.

Our requirements :

Masters 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.

What we offer :

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.

Come join our global inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity knowledge skills creativity and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our companys most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected regardless of their age gender race ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Hospitality Experience,Go,Management Experience,React,Redux,Node.js,AWS,Mechanical Engineering,Team Management,Leadership Experience,Mentoring,Distributed Systems

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1