Head of Development Department HWFW

Are you a professional seeking a new challenge in a dynamic and fast developing business By joining us in Augsburg Germanyyou will become part of the Emerson Discreet Automation with significant influence on the strategic direction of our technology and global product portfolio.

As the Head of Development Department HW&FW(m/f/d) youll drive engineering efforts in hardware (HW) and firmware (FW) development for industrial PCs controllers edge software and customerspecific product adaptations. In this key leadership role you will drive innovation oversee cuttingedge projects and ensure our product portfolio remains at the forefront of automation technology.

Onsite presence is essentialfor effective collaboration and fostering our dynamic team environment.

In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Strategic Leadership: Define and implement technology and product development strategies for hardware firmware and customized solutions aligned with business objectives and market trends
• Project Oversight: Manage development projects with the product management office from initial concept to production ensuring timely delivery quality and alignment with customer requirements
• Team and Technological Advancement: Lead mentor and grow a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians locally and globally; foster innovation implement innovative methodologies and ensure continuous knowledge growth
• CustomerCentric and Technological Innovation: Understand customer needs and deliver tailored product solutions; monitor emerging trends and integrate advanced technologies into product designs to enhance competitiveness
• Collaboration: Work closely with product management manufacturing procurement quality assurance and internal/external partners to ensure seamless product development and implementation
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure all products and processes adhere to relevant industry standards and regulations
• Budget and Resource Management: Plan and oversee department budgets resource allocation and cost control

You have an ability to spot emerging policies practices and trends within the organization the competition and the marketplace. By anticipating customer needs and using insights you drive the development of innovative offerings that exceed expectations.

Your strong communication skills allow you to actively listen adapt your message to diverse partners and ensure mutual understanding. With a sharp sense for distinguishing whats relevant in complex situations you continually assess the market potential of new ideas and solutions.

Additionally you foster teamwork empowering others across the organization to collaborate and achieve shared objectives.

• Technical degree (Electrical Engineering Computer Science Mechatronics) or equivalent experience
• HW and FW development experience (industrial PCs controllers edge computing)
• Proven leadership of multifunctional engineering teams
• Innovation mentality and financial competence
• Knowledge of realtime operating systems communication protocols (OPC UA EtherCAT) hardware design (electronic mechanic thermal)
• Fluent in English and German
• Willing to travel up to 30

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Experience in a complex Matrix organization
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) and agile development methodologies
• Experience in customerspecific adaptations