Team Leader – Subsystems Engineering

Liebherr Group

Team Leader for Subsystems Engineering at Liebherr Machines, developing combustion engine subsystems. Overseeing project management and team development in high-pressure environments.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeBulle • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop the members of the Subsystems Engineering team
Estimate effort and budget for Subsystem Owners’ tasks
Responsible for quality, consistency, and timely delivery of development activities
Monitor budget status
Responsible for operational stability and coordination of all Subsystem Owner activities
Own and develop the subsystem knowledge management system
Lead and support 8D problem-solving activities
Responsible for correct definition of Subsystems DVP&R
Act as first-level escalation owner for technical issues
Report to various stakeholders such as the Department Leader and the Technical Core Team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in internal combustion engines and powertrain engineering
Strong experience and expertise in combustion engine development, subsystem development and validation (DVP&R)
Broad understanding of engine subsystems
Project management experience
Excellent command of English and French
Excellent command of MS Office
Proven technical and disciplinary leadership skills
Strong potential for further development
Ability to manage conflicts and escalations effectively
Strong communication skills within cross-functional teams
Highly resilient professional with a strong sense of responsibility, capable of working in high-pressure environments while remaining mindful of costs, resources, and strategy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working hours
Home office
Company restaurant
Training opportunities
Many benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

combustion engine developmentsubsystem developmentvalidation (DVP&R)project management

Soft Skills

technical leadershipdisciplinary leadershipconflict managementescalation managementcommunicationresilienceresponsibility

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster's degree in Mechanical Engineering