Director Of Global Engineering

Director of Global Engineering

Responsibilities

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 (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

Qualifications

• 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
• Project and investment management: proven track record in managing projects and investments, with a keen sense for cost and performance
• Leadership style: pragmatic and enthusiastic personality with excellent organizational skills
• Language skills: fluent in English and either German or Italian, with a willingness to travel internationally

Benefits

• Nature meets Design: Working in the midst of greenery in a highly modern and sustainable workplace
• Perfect Start: Individual onboarding program and support from a buddy
• Food: In‑house canteen, fresh fruit and snacks
• Family: Workplace recognized with the 'auditfamilieundberuf' certificate
• 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 garden
• Magic Moments: Company parties, events, and gifts

Rome, Italy

The position is open to people of all genders, in accordance with the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion.