Responsibilities / Tasks
As Head of Competence Center – Engineering Solutions, you will:
Drive the global strategy and execution of engineering IT solutions.
Lead a diverse team of IT professionals across multiple countries.
Collaborate closely with engineering and product excellence teams globally, to align technology with business goals.
Manage vendor relationships to ensure secure and stable operations for GEAs engineering teams.
Foster innovation, ensure compliance, and deliver operational excellence.
Your tasks and responsibilities:
Lead the global IT strategy for engineering applications (CAD, PLM, technical documentation systems).
Manage lifecycle, global rollouts, and vendor relationships for engineering IT solutions.
Collaborate with engineering and product excellence teams to align technology with business needs.
Ensure compliance with governance standards and drive innovation in engineering processes.
Oversee budgets and deliver cost-effective, high-quality IT services globally.
Who you’ll work with:
Report directly to the Senior Vice President Global IT (CIO).
Collaborate with global engineering departments and product excellence teams.
Lead and develop a diverse team of IT professionals across multiple countries.
Work closely with vendors and strategic partners to deliver innovative solutions.
Your Profile / Qualifications
Master’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience in IT application management, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
Strong strategic, operational, and transformation experience in global environments.
Excellent knowledge of engineering systems such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Siemens Teamcenter.
Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
Our offer to you:
A global leadership role with a strategic impact on engineering IT solutions.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Professional development and career growth opportunities within GEA.
What happens once your application is submitted?
You will receive an email when your application has been processed.
One of our Talent Acquisition Partners will review and verify if the application meets the qualifications of the role.
If your application has been successfully verified, you will be invited to a first interview either virtually or face-to-face.
Usually after the second/third interview round we will make a decision.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to our team at any stage of your application.
Did we spark your interest?
Then please click apply above to access our guided application process.