Apply

Ready to go for it?

AI Apply speeds things up—apply directly if you prefer.

FREE ACCESS
5,000–10,000 jobs/day
JobTailor Logo

See all jobs on JobTailor

Search thousands of fresh jobs every day.

Discover
  • Fresh listings
  • Fast filters
  • No subscription required
Create a free account and start exploring right away.
MMSearch

Head of Design Engineering

MMSearch

Lead construction team in product development and digital project processes. Overseeing product solutions from design to production within a hybrid working environment in Germany.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeHerford • 🇩🇪 GermanyLead💰 €80,000 - €100,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • You take on the technical leadership role for a team of design engineers.
  • You develop complete product solutions — from initial concept through to production readiness.
  • You drive the digitalization of design and engineering processes (keywords: CAD tools, SAP S/4HANA).
  • You coordinate closely with Sales, Procurement, R&D and Production to keep projects on track.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Several years of design/engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least initial leadership experience.
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering or a comparable technical qualification.
  • Confident use of CAD systems (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and sound project management skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible working hours with a flextime model.
  • Thorough, tailored onboarding.
  • Modern work equipment, short decision-making paths and a high degree of autonomy to shape your role.
  • Additional perks such as health promotion programs, regular team events and a strong team spirit.

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
design engineeringproject managementCAD systemsSolidWorksAutoCADdigitalizationSAP S/4HANAmanufacturing experienceproduct developmentleadership experience
Soft Skills
technical leadershipcoordinationcommunication
Certifications
Degree in Mechanical EngineeringDegree in Plastics Engineering