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Head of Mechanical Engineering (m/w/x)

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ZEISS Group

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Oberkochen

AI generated summary

  • You have a strong engineering background, leadership experience in mechanical development, innovative thinking, coaching skills, strong communication, and readiness for interdepartmental collaboration.
  • You will lead mechanical development, set standards, collaborate across teams, coach members, and ensure resources for innovative and sustainable processes in electron microscopy.

Requirements

  • Qualifikation: Sie verfügen über ein sehr gutes technisches Studium im Bereich Maschinenbau, Feinwerktechnik, Mechatronik oder einem verwandten Bereich (gerne auch mit anschließender Promotion).
  • Führungserfahrung: Sie haben Erfahrung in der fachlichen und disziplinarischen Leitung eines Entwicklungsteams für komplexe mechanische oder mechatronische Komponenten.
  • Innovationen treiben: Sie denken Prozesse neu, setzen Standards, haben dabei den Kundenfokus im Blick und binden Ihr Team und alle relevanten Schnittstellen frühzeitig ein.
  • Potenzialerkennung: Sie erkennen Potenziale, setzen diese zielgerichtet ein und coachen Ihr Team im Rahmen einer agilen Transformation.
  • Kommunikationsstärke und Empathie: Sie überzeugen und begleiten ihr Team neue Wege zu gestalten, um die Effektivität und Wertschöpfung sicherzustellen.
  • Interdisziplinäre Zusammenarbeit: Sie pflegen die Schnittstellen zu unserem Standort in UK und sind bereit, gelegentlich zu reisen.

Responsibilities

  • Fachliche und disziplinarische Leitung: Sie übernehmen die Verantwortung für die mechanische Entwicklung im Bereich der Elektronenmikroskopie.
  • Entwicklungsstandards setzen: Gemeinsam mit Ihrem Team setzen Sie neue Entwicklungsstandards und -Prozesse, um die Qualitätssicherung zu gewährleisten.
  • Interdisziplinäre Zusammenarbeit: Sie beziehen relevante Schnittstellen frühzeitig in den Entwicklungsprozess ein und gestalten diesen aktiv mit.
  • Coaching und Know-how-Transfer: Im Rahmen der Transformation fördern Sie das Coaching, die Weiterentwicklung und den Wissensaustausch innerhalb des Teams.
  • Sicherstellung von Ressourcen und Kapazitäten Sie gewährleisten die erforderlichen Kompetenzen, die notwendige Infrastruktur und die Kapazitäten, um einen nachhaltigen und innovativen Entwicklungsprozess zu etablieren.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Head of Mechanical Engineering at ZEISS?

The primary responsibility is to lead an experienced design team in the field of electron microscopy and oversee the mechanical development of complex components.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A very good technical degree in mechanical engineering, precision engineering, mechatronics, or a related field is required, preferably with a subsequent doctoral degree.

Is previous leadership experience necessary for this role?

Yes, candidates should have experience in the technical and disciplinary leadership of a development team focused on complex mechanical or mechatronic components.

What kind of innovation is expected from the Head of Mechanical Engineering?

The role involves driving innovations, thinking processes anew, setting standards with a customer focus, and engaging the team and relevant interfaces early in the development process.

Will there be opportunities for team coaching and knowledge transfer?

Yes, the position involves promoting coaching, further development, and knowledge exchange within the team as part of the transformation process.

Is international travel required for this position?

Yes, the role involves maintaining interfaces with our location in the UK and may require occasional travel.

What kind of development processes will the Head of Mechanical Engineering be involved in?

The Head of Mechanical Engineering will set new development standards and processes to ensure quality assurance in the mechanical design of electron microscopy systems.

Is there a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration in this role?

Yes, active involvement of relevant interfaces in the development process is essential, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration.

Are applicants required to have German language skills?

Yes, sufficient German language skills are required for non-EU citizens, as applications without them may not be considered.

Does ZEISS offer development and training opportunities?

Yes, ZEISS provides numerous development and training opportunities in an open and modern work environment.

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ZEISS Group

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1846
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. In the previous fiscal year, the ZEISS Group generated annual revenue totaling 10 billion euros in its four segments Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets (status: 30 September 2023). With around 43,000 employees, ZEISS is active globally in almost 50 countries with around 30 production sites, 60 sales and service companies and 27 research and development facilities (status: 30 September 2023). Founded in 1846 in Jena, the company is headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG.