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NDT Global is the leading provider of ultra-high‑tech diagnostic inspection solutions, advanced data analysis and integrity assessment services for ensuring the safety and longevity of energy‑sector infrastructure assets. Recognized as the forerunner in ultrasonic inspection technologies comprising Pulse Echo, Pitch‑and‑Catch and Phased Array, as well as Acoustic Resonance (ART Scan) methodologies, the company also deploys a range of non‑ultrasonic technologies, such as Inertial Measurement Units, with more under development. NDT Global strategically applies its inspection technologies to detect, diagnose and model various types of threat—circumferential or axial cracks, metal loss, geometry, mapping, and more—across diverse classes of assets. By providing predictive, decision‑ready insights driven by the world’s most accurate data, NDT Global enables the conditions for asset owners to optimize infrastructure health and drive operational efficiencies while reducing risk and minimizing their carbon footprint.

Head of Application Engineering (f/m/d)

Purpose

As Head of Application Engineering, you will take on a key leadership role within the NDT Global Robotics management team. You will be responsible for the technical aspects of our inspection systems worldwide – with a focus on electronics and mechanics – and will drive innovation and customer‑specific solutions. You will lead an international team across multiple locations and act as an interface between product development, sales, customers, and our global subsidiaries.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the global Application Engineering team (Mechanical, Electronics, Inspection Systems) and Project Managers from both a technical and disciplinary perspective, including budget planning.
• Ensure all activities are aligned with corporate goals and regional requirements and take responsibility for the functionality of all inspection systems deployed worldwide.
• Develop and implement customer‑specific solutions, including cost estimation and control; prepare feasibility studies and cost estimates for new developments and replicas.
• Introduce and further develop efficient processes and standards with a strong customer focus; manage Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Corrective Actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support technical analyses to determine root causes of faults and formulate effective corrective measures.

Your Profile

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in development and project management ideally in the oil and gas industry.
• Minimum of 7 years of leadership experience in international, cross‑cultural teams.
• Solid knowledge of continuous process improvement and cost analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems (ideally SAP), MS Office, and MS Project.
• Familiarity with FEM, PDM (e.g., Pro.File), PLM, and advanced CAD skills.
• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.

Benefits

• Great long‑term career prospects and development opportunities.
• Challenging tasks in innovative and diverse teams.
• Attractive compensation system.
• Flexible working environment.