Head of Homologation (m/f/d)

Aachen

Your main tasks

Technical and disciplinary management and guidance of the homologation team
Management of homologation and certification projects for the EU (vehicle level)
Advising top management on the definition of target markets
Advise top management on homologation related deadlines
Control of the homologation budget in consultation with the division manager
Reporting of the homologation progress to the technical project management
Liaising with external stakeholders (technical services, type approval authorities, industry associations, testing laboratories)
Process-secure and complete documentation of technical issues
Initiation, establishment, further development and coordination of strategic partnerships
Close coordination with all internal and external project partners

Your profile

Completed technical studies FH/TU or education and training
At least 5 years of professional experience in the field of vehicle homologation
Regulatory knowledge regarding applicable framework legal acts (EU regulations (EU) 2018/858, (EU) 2019/2144, (EU) 2020/683, etc.);
Regulatory knowledge regarding applicable individual legal acts (relevant EU/UN regulations).
Experience in project management
At least advanced knowledge in MS-Office
Knowledge of ERP and PLM software (esp. Windchill) is an advantage
Experience in homologation software (esp. CERTassit, Typemaster) is desirable
Experience in material data software (esp. IMDS) is desirable
Strong leadership, communication and delegation skills as well as assertiveness
Willingness to take decisions and responsibility
Ability to work independently, flexibility and high performance motivation
Understanding of organization and cross-divisional entrepreneurial thinking, ability to work in a team
High analytical competence and pronounced quality awareness
Confident, friendly appearance
Very good knowledge of German and English, both written and spoken

Why us?

An exciting and challenging job
Short decision-making processes and independent work
Fast-growing company with a wide range of career opportunities
A young, dynamic and highly motivated team with exceptional team spirit
Flexible working environment
Hybrid working model
Support for the use of public transport (subsidised ticket)
Good infrastructure for private transport (proximity to the motorway, charging stations for electric cars and free parking)
Corporate benefits platform
Company health management and company pension scheme with Allianz
Drinks - flat rate (water and coffee)