Product Technical Leader (m/w/d), Garching

The mission of the thermal systems business group is to develop and manufacture systems, modules and components to ensure thermal energy management of the power train and comfort for each passenger, during all phases of vehicle use. These systems help to significantly reduce fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and other pollutants and harmful particles from vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines. They also increase travel range and battery life for hybrid and electric vehicles. At the Front Office in Bietigheim-Bissingen we are supporting Sale- and Project activities and compose the interface between the customers Daimler and Valeo-internal departments at the development from Thermal Systems.

Tasks

• Apply the PDP process according to CLEAN Project Management
• Ensure robust design aligned with economic targets
• Conduct and coordinate necessary design reviews across all involved networks
• Represent R&D towards the customer and translate customer requirements internally
• Create detailed scheduling, activity breakdowns, and milestone planning
• Manage budgeting, monitor spending, and identify resource and equipment needs
• Assign work packages and manage daily activities of all R&D contributors
• Report progress and escalate issues to the project manager or R&D manager

Profile

• Strong experience in R&D project leadership within a structured development process
• Solid understanding of design robustness and standardization principles
• Proven ability to manage planning, budgets, and resource allocation
• Skilled in customer interaction and translating customer needs into technical actions
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and external contributors
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to drive design reviews and ensure alignment across technical networks
• Analytical mindset with the ability to manage complex project scopes