Head of Engineering Excellence – Electronics and Software
Are you looking for your next role within Electronics & Software. Here at Dräger Safety we are looking for a Head of Engineering Excellence – Electronics and Software to join the team in Blyth!
Who we are
Every life is unique and so are you!
At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.
As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.
About the role
Lead and develop a team of software and electronic design engineers.
Plan and manage resources and budgets, with optimal use of both internal and external resources.
Develop employee and team competencies, tools and processes to support the roadmap delivery and company strategy.
Provide engineering excellence support for product development projects and Life Cycle activities.
Cooperate and build relationships with internal and external partners (e. g. other functions in the company, approval agencies, suppliers).
Define and implement technology strategies.
Develop a network of external partners to improve performance by providing additional required competencies and capacity.
Initiate and support monitoring of technical and regulatory trends, derive and implement actions (e.g technology studies).
hared responsibilities
All employees have a responsibility:
to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results
Reporting Relationships
Manager
Head of Engineering
Size of team/environment
Managing a team of 12 engineers.
Role Requirements
Education/Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or similar. (Masters preferred.)
Related Experience
Experience in designing software and hardware for embedded electronic systems.
Experience in leading technical developments of embedded systems within multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
Experience of planning and budgeting development projects
Experience with current software development methodology (embedded & apps).
Knowledge of project management for software and electronics development
Must be able to effectively assess and troubleshoot technical problems
Willingness to take on and learn new technologies
Experience of leveraging AI tools to drive innovation and project delivery..
Skills, Special Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent facilitation and training skills
Strong passion for people management
Excellent networking skills
Experience of working across borders, cultures and time zones.
Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to handle conflicts within and outside field of personal responsibility
Ability to inspire team; influencing skills; employees enjoy working in department
Demonstrated proficiency in time management
Sense of urgency; “play to win” attitude with track record of success
Dräger‘s Benefits
27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days
Flexi scheme
Hybrid working available
Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance
Healthcare cash plan
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Subsidised canteen
Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
Cycle to Work
Gym membership discounts – up to 25%
Charity Giving scheme
We are open to flexible working and will consider a range of options, including adjustments to working hours, patterns, and location, depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific requirements, we encourage you to discuss them with us as part of the application process.
Dräger‘s dedication
At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.
We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
All are welcome to apply!
- Department
- R&D
- Role
- Head of Engineering Excellence – Electronics and Software
- Locations
- Dräger Safety UK
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About Dräger UK & Ireland
As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.