Dr. Schär is a global community of innovative and collaborative people, free to think outside the box and to unlock their full potential in terms of creativity, capability, and courage.
To support our growing company, we are currently looking for
Director of Global Engineering (m/w/d)
As Director of Global Engineering you will play a key role in shaping our international production landscape.
Your responsibilities will include:
Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute global engineering strategy aligned with corporate goals
Lead innovation and technology roadmaps
Standardize engineering practices across regions

Operational Excellence

Ensure efficient, high-quality, and compliant engineering operations
Apply lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methods
Optimize resources and capital investments

Team Development

Build and mentor high-performing teams
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration
Drive succession planning and talent growth

Project & Program Management

Lead global engineering projects and rollouts
Ensure on-time delivery, budget control, and risk management
Collaborate with product development, R&D, and production

Technology & Innovation

Implement emerging technologies (e.g., Industry 4.0, IoT, AI)
Promote digital transformation and smart factory initiatives
Integrate systems with IT and data teams

Compliance & Safety

Ensure global regulatory compliance
Promote safety and sustainability
Lead audits and certifications (ISO, CE, etc.)

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams
Act as liaison between global sites and corporate leadership
Support customer engagements and technical sales

Your profile:

University degree ideally in industrial/mechanical/process engineering or food technology
Leadership Experience: Proven track record of leading large, cross-functional engineering teams across geographies
Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, automation, and digital transformation
Global Mindset: Experience working in multicultural environments and managing international teams
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align engineering initiatives with global business goals
Change Management: Skilled in driving innovation, continuous improvement, and transformation programs
Stakeholder Collaboration: Strong communication and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders
Proven track record in managing projects and investments, with a keen sense for cost and performance
Pragmatic and enthusiastic personality with excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills
Fluent in English and either German or Italian, with a willingness to travel internationally

Your benefits:

Global Mindset: Working in an international environment
Nature meets Design: Working in the midst of greenery in a highly modern and sustainable workplace
Perfect Start: An individual "Onboarding Program" and support from your buddy
Food: An in-house canteen, fresh fruit and snacks
Childcare: An in-house daycare center and “Dr. Schär Kids Care”
Family: workplace recognized with the 'auditfamilieundberuf' certificate
Flexibility: Life-phase-oriented work with flexible working hours and smart working
Long Term Wellbeing: Health and pension fund and in-house fitness program
Growth: Dr. Schär Academy with a variety of training opportunities and language programs
Playtime & Team Spirit: Calcetto, table tennis, lunch roulette in the in-house

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