Head of Engineering - Advanced Manufacturing / Production

Head of Engineering - Advanced Manufacturing / Production

Head of Engineering - Advanced Manufacturing / Production

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Senior Consultant | Blockchain/Web3, Semiconductor, Software Engineering

Head of Engineering - Advanced Manufacturing / Production

We are currently partnered with rapidly scaling innovator in the sustainable consumer goods sector, with products already distributed nationwide. As part of a planned expansion into a new state of the art facility, the team are looking to bring on an experienced Head of Engineering specializing in the establishment of manufacturing processes within high regulation/hygiene environments.

This is a permanent opportunity based in Berlin.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facility Development: Lead the design and delivery of a new manufacturing site, from equipment specification and vendor management to site buildout and automation rollout.
• Engineering Leadership: Oversee projects across mechanical, electrical, and automation disciplines, ensuring solutions are innovative, scalable, and aligned with long-term strategy.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with R&D, operations, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure smooth integration of new systems.
• Team Management: Guide and expand an engineering team, encouraging technical excellence and fostering a culture of problem-solving and innovation.
• Resource & Risk Control: Manage budgets, procurement, and headcount planning while mitigating technical and operational risks through robust controls.

Key Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in automated manufacturing or advanced production environments, with at least 5 years leading engineering teams.
• Strong grounding in mechanical/electrical/automation systems, ideally within high-volume production environments.
• Familiarity with CAD tools, automation software, and compliance standards relevant to modern manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver large-scale engineering projects in fast-paced, complex environments.
• Excellent communication skills in German and English.

Keywords: Head of Engineering / Automated Manufacturing / Advanced Production / Engineering Leadership / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Automation Systems / CAD / Facility Buildout / Production Scale-Up / Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing Technology / Engineering Projects / Germany Jobs

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Design

• Industries

  Semiconductor Manufacturing and Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

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