Sr Manager, Mechanical Engineering R&D

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office


Are you an energetic leader with a can-do mentality who thrives on motivating a team to achieve their best? Do you find joy in driving projects to successful completion by harnessing the collective strengths of your team? If so, Thermo Fisher Scientific has the perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking for a dynamic Mechanical and Mechatronics Group Lead to inspire and lead a talented group of 55 engineers, supported by a team of dedicated managers, across the Czech Republic and the Netherlands.
Your passion for mentorship, collaboration, and delivering projects on time will be key to creating a vibrant and productive work environment.
Join us and bring your passion to a team that values high-tech innovation and excellence.
Responsibilities:

Lead and inspire the team to achieve their highest potential, ensuring a delicate balance between driving them to meet defined timelines and shielding them from unrealistic demands.
Provide clear direction and set expectations for the mechanical team.
Define the long-term strategy and drive the organization based on these strategic goals.
Collaborate with program managers to supervise project progress, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions as needed to ensure successful project completion.
Offer mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering their professional growth and development.
Conduct regular performance reviews and create personalized development plans.
Promote continuous learning and development to ensure the team maintains a high level of technical competence.
Organize training sessions, workshops, and other opportunities to motivate and improve the team's output.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and academic institutions to facilitate innovation and knowledge exchange.
Leverage these partnerships to enhance project outcomes.
Create a work environment that balances flexibility and agility to accelerate time-to-market, while ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives.
Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability.
Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to guarantee that all deliverables meet or exceed industry standards.
Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with quality and safety regulations.
By performing these responsibilities, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our mechanical and mechatronics engineering projects, fostering an impactful and innovative team, and contributing to the long-term growth and excellence of our organization.
Requirements:

University degree in a technical field, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required skills.
A minimum of 10 years of technical experience in a high-tech industry environment.
Proven ability to lead a group of managers who, in turn, supervise a large team of engineers.
Proven record of successfully leading and inspiring dedicated managers to achieve organizational goals.
Proven strong strategic thinking and road-mapping capabilities.
Strong negotiating skills in cross-technology and cross-functional, multicultural environments.
Demonstrated capability to plan, resolve, and make decisions on complex issues that require collaboration across multiple cross-functional departments, all while maintaining positive relationships.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels of management, including executive management.
Proficiency in a local language is preferred.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all employees.
We strive to foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and have equal access to opportunities for growth and development.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to join our dynamic team! Apply today at ***.