Engineering Manager - Hydrogen (f/m/d)

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Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Lead and manage multiple R&D projects concurrently, ensuring they are executed on time, within budget, and in line with quality standards.

• Technical Strategy: Define and communicate the technical vision, strategy, and goals for the R&D team, aligning them with the company's overall objectives.

• Team Management: Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers, providing guidance and support to foster their growth and success.

• System Testing and Validation: Oversee the testing and validation processes for systems developed by the R&D team, ensuring they meet performance, reliability, and safety standards.

• Data Analysis: Utilize data analysis techniques to extract insights and support informed decision-making in the development process.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with product management, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of R&D projects into the product development pipeline.

• Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive innovation and continuously improve product offerings.

• Resource Management: Manage resource allocation, budgeting, and procurement for R&D projects, optimizing utilization and efficiency.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications:

• Engineering degree in electrochemistry or a related field (Master's or PhD preferred).

• Proven experience (5+ years) in leading research and development projects in the Hydrogen environment.

• Strong technical background with expertise in system testing, validation, and analysis.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Proficient in project management tools and methodologies.

• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards relevant to the industry.

Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while serving as a sparring partner to internal/external stakeholders. Fosters teamwork between employees and across the organization. Value for Customers: Drives a customer-oriented business strategy and provides indispensable support to deliver successful outcomes. Innovation: Envisions the impact of potential future trends and proactively drives necessary changes. Encourages creativity and initiative from employees. Drive & Execution: Inspires and motivates self and others, while taking full accountability for actions and results.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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