Karlsruhe
Team Leader "Reactor Development/Mechanical Engineering" (m/f/d)
The only way we will have a real impact is by scaling our technology and planning, developing and standardising it professionally. That is why we are looking for a Team Leader for Reactor Development/Mechanical Engineering (m/f/d) with creative ideas and a strategic mindset to strengthen our "Chemical Reactors" team.
Your tasks
- Responsibility for the management and coordination of a highly qualified team of about 10 engineers and specialists (m/f/d)
- Responsibility for the development of next generation reactor technology from product idea to serial production
- Continuous improvement and standardisation of our Reverse Water Gas Shift and Fischer-Tropsch reactors
- Establishment and expansion of the product development process and development roadmap
- Constant improvement of project management to monitor progress and target achievement
- Ensuring technical expertise and compliance with standards
- Close teamwork with other departments and stakeholders (plant engineering, production, quality, etc.)
- Monitor continuously the process capability and further development of the existing processes and performance of the team
Your profile
- Degree in science or technology (mechanical engineering, process engineering, industrial engineering or comparable field)
- Pertinent work experience in the field of product design and process development
- Experience in leadership
- Knowledge of design principles and standards as well as their application in practice (Design for Manufacturing (DFM))
- Ability to work in a highly structured manner
- Analytical thinking and problem solving skills to review and improve existing standards
- Continuous motivation for professional development and open-mindedness towards new trends and technologies in the field of product design and development
- Willing to travel internationally (approx. 20%)
- Very good knowledge of German and English, both written and spoken (B2)
Why us?
- A fast-growing start-up with a clear mission
- Flat hierarchies and an open corporate culture
- Flexible working hours as well as the possibility to work hybrid or mobile
- Plenty of room for personal initiative/creative freedom as well as personal and professional development
- Varied and responsible tasks
- Company pension scheme and a subsidy for occupational disability insurance
- Fitness studio cooperation