Characterization of activities
Lead, manage, and develop a team of Hardware and Software Engineers, including hiring, performance management, coaching, succession planning, and team-building initiatives.
Oversee the design, development, testing, and validation of automotive electronic systems and ECUs, ensuring technical excellence, quality, and on-time delivery.
Manage project planning, resource allocation, budgets, timelines, engineering tools, and department infrastructure to support efficient product development.
Review and approve technical designs, engineering changes, and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with functional safety, cybersecurity, and automotive industry standards.
Act as the key engineering representative in cross-functional teams and external interactions with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
Drive continuous improvement of engineering processes, development methodologies, and tools while fostering innovation, collaboration, and agile ways of working.
Experience and Knowledge
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
10+ years of experience in automotive electronics, including at least 5 years in a leadership role managing Hardware and Software Engineering teams.
Strong expertise in embedded systems, microcontrollers, automotive communication networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), and electronic control unit (ECU) development.
In-depth knowledge of automotive standards and regulations, including Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and cybersecurity frameworks.
Proven track record of successfully leading complex product development projects from concept through validation, industrialization, and production launch.
Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to drive high-performing engineering teams.
What we offer
Salary based on knowledge and experience.
Full-time employment of 40 hours per week.
8% holiday allowance.
Travel allowance home-work: 23ct per kilometer one way up to a maximum of 50 km
CAO: Metalektro HP
Retirement: PME (Pensioenfonds Metalektro).
WIA: WIA floor, WGA gap and WGA gap additional insurances in accordance with the stipulated provisions.
PAWW: Compulsory supplementary insurance when the statutory unemployment WW or WGA benefit expires.
Holiday days: 27 days on an annual basis (full-time).
ATV: 13 days on an annual basis (full-time
