Head of Development, Large Machinery | Elektroingenieur (m/w/d)

KHS GmbH

Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 16, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This leadership role involves heading the Development Department within the Large Machinery Product Center for a world-leading manufacturer of filling and packaging systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of development projects, ensuring quality, deadlines, and budget adherence. Key responsibilities include project planning, reporting, and controlling according to the Product Development Process (PEP), coordinating product maintenance measures, and managing the department's budget. The role requires a university degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field, coupled with significant experience leading development projects and managing a technical team. This position is ideal for a creative, communicative, and solution-oriented leader who thrives on driving technical challenges and process improvements in an international environment.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field of study

Experience

  • Several years of experience leading development projects
  • Several years of experience as a leader of a development team
  • Professional experience with project commissioning/start-ups for new developments at customer sites (Zero Series implementation)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • International travel readiness