Department Manager Product Engineering (f/m/x)

In this key role, you will help shape the structure and further development of the Product Engineering Team and be responsible for the transition of our new products to series production as well as for the technical quality assurance of our series products. Together with your team, you will make a significant contribution to Anton Paar’s technological leadership.

Job Description

• Transition of new developments into series production, including technical documentation
• Collaboration on development and customer projects from specification through to successful transition to series production
• Building and leading a team of five, as well as implementing efficient structures and processes
• Interface management between development, purchasing, production, product management, and customer support
• Continuous optimization of manufacturing processes in terms of quality, costs, and efficiency throughout the entire product lifecycle
• Analysis of quality deviations, as well as the development and implementation of sustainable improvement measures

• A degree in a technical field (university of applied sciences or technical university), such as mechatronics, electrical engineering, or industrial engineering, and/or a completed technical apprenticeship as a technician or master craftsman
• Several years of experience (at least 5 years) in a leadership role in an industrial setting, ideally with responsibility for building or transforming organizations
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing technologies and industrialization processes
• Proven expertise in establishing structures, processes, and teams, as well as in the sustainable implementation of changes
• Strategic mindset combined with strong operational execution skills (“Execution Excellence”)
• Strong assertiveness, clear communication, and cross-functional stakeholder management
• Proficiency with SAP and Jira is a plus
• Analytical methodology skills such as Six Sigma, RCA, etc., are a plus
• Excellent written and spoken German and English

• Diverse responsibilities and opportunities for personal and professional growth within an internationally active company
• A dynamic and open corporate culture with short decision-making processes and direct access to management
• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing professional development
• Attractive compensation package, single-shift operation, 40-hour workweek, flexible working hours, 30 days of vacation per year
• Company parking, e-bike leasing, and excellent public transportation access
• Corporate benefits, free beverages, company events, and employee sports clubs