Global Head of Automotive and R&D Engineering

Experteer Overview

In this role you lead the Automotive and R&D Engineering business, with global P&L responsibility, and drive growth across adjacent ER&D verticals. You will position DXC as a software system integrator and co-creator of smart products, leveraging IP and partnerships. You’ll lead a large, distributed team and build executive relationships to shape strategy and execution. This is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of business, engineering credibility, and transformation.

Retribuzione / Benefits

• Hold full P&L accountability for Automotive and R&D Engineering globally, focusing on sustainable growth, margins, and delivery quality
• Lead go-to-market strategy for the Automotive portfolio and expand into Manufacturing, Consumer Electronics, Aerospace, and Logistics verticals
• Position DXC as a software system integrator and ER&D partner using IP, partnerships, and engineering excellence
• Foster a high-growth, high-performance culture across a global team and attract/retain top talent
• Build and deepen executive relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and enterprise clients at C-level and engineering leadership
• Champion cross-selling and solution integration across DXC offerings to broaden client value
• Uphold DXC heritage of quality, innovation, and transformation across engagements
• Act as a thought leader in Automotive and ER&D markets in industry forums, client engagements, and partner discussions
• Enhance the firm’s global footprint through cross-geography collaboration and practice integration

Responsabilità

• Proven general manager with a strong commercial track record in engineering services, ER&D, or product engineering
• Deep knowledge of the Automotive industry; openness to adjacent smart product industries
• Established automotive ecosystem network and credibility to engage C-levels
• Proven ability to build and manage a complex, multi-year P&L with diverse client portfolio
• Experience in matrixed organizations requiring collaboration and stakeholder alignment
• Track record of organizational transformation and leading distributed teams
• Ambidextrous leadership: strategic, operational, and commercially driven
• Ability to articulate and sell value of software system integration, embedded engineering, and smart product development
• Experience attracting and developing senior talent in a high-performance, multicultural environment
• Exceptional communication and executive presence in complex sales and client scenarios