Head of Application Engineering (f/m/d)

Purpose
As Head of Application Engineering, you will take on a key leadership role within the NDT Global Robotics management team. You will be responsible for the technical aspects of our inspection systems worldwide – with a focus on electronics and mechanics – and will drive innovation and customer-specific solutions. You will lead an international team across multiple locations and act as an interface between product development, sales, customers, and our global subsidiaries.

Your Responsibilities

• Leadership & Accountability:
  Lead the global Application Engineering team (Mechanical, Electronics, Inspection Systems) and Project Managers from both a technical and disciplinary perspective, including budget planning
• Strategic Management:
  Ensure all activities are aligned with corporate goals and regional requirements
  Take responsibility for the functionality of all inspection systems deployed worldwide
• Project Management & Customer Solutions:
  Develop and implement customer-specific solutions, including cost estimation and control
  Prepare feasibility studies and cost estimates for new developments and replicas
• Process Optimization & Change Management:
  Introduce and further develop efficient processes and standards with a strong customer focus
  Manage Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Corrective Actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Technical Problem Solving:
  Support in conducting technical analyses to determine the root causes of faults and to formulate effective corrective measures.

Your Profile

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field
• At least 10 years of professional experience in development and project management ideally in the oil and gas industry
• Minimum of 7 years of leadership experience in international, cross-cultural teams
• Solid knowledge of continuous process improvement and cost analysis
• Experience with ERP systems (ideally SAP), MS Office, and MS Project
• Familiarity with FEM, PDM (e.g., Pro.File), PLM, and advanced CAD skills
• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken