Hardware Engineering Team Leader (m / f / d)

Your Job

Our Molex team is looking for a Hardware Engineering Team Leader (m / f / d) with a strong background in automotive product development and experience managing local and remote teams. In this role you will oversee our automotive product development team. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, communication proficiency and project management experience to drive innovation and excellence in product design and manufacturing. Location : Bochum or Schönefeld, Germany

Our Team

Our Molex team is an active partner in the automotive industry. You will find an exciting and innovative workplace in an international environment. Our team is collaborative, and we have a respectful work atmosphere, where you will have the opportunity to bring in your own creative ideas.

What You Will Do in Your Role

• Lead and manage a team of electrical design engineers, PCB designers and Technicians in the development of automotive products from concept to production.
• Foster a positive and productive team culture, promoting systematic and organized work practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, procurement, testing and sales, to ensure project alignment with company goals and customer requirements.
• Oversee the entire hardware development cycle, ensuring that all stages from concept to series production are executed efficiently and effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in design practices, processes, and tools to enhance team efficiency and product quality.
• Develop and manage project schedules, resources, and budgets to ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of innovation and professional growth.
• Liaise with suppliers and vendors to select materials and components, while considering cost, quality, and sustainability.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and validation reports.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and root cause analysis to support robust product development.

The Experience You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design and product development within the automotive industry.
• Proven leadership experience and the ability to manage and inspire a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset.
• Strong communication (German and English) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
• Proficiency in EDA tools (e.g., Altium, Eagle, Mentor Graphics) and simulation software (e.g., PSpice, HFSS).
• Knowledge of automotive industry standards and best practices.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

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