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Solaris Laser is part of Markem-Imaje, a trusted world manufacturer of product identification and traceability solutions, offering a full line of reliable and innovative inkjet, thermal transfer, laser, print and apply label systems. Markem-Imaje delivers fully integrated solutions that enable product quality and safety, regulatory and retailer compliance, better product recalls and improved manufacturing processes. We are looking for a mechanical engineering leader to drive the standards, processes, and performance of our mechanical engineering discipline across our global R&D organization. In this role, you will lead a distributed engineering community, influence product development across multiple sites, and ensure the delivery of high-performance, cost-effective, and reliable mechanical solutions. You will play a key role in shaping engineering methods, tools, and capabilities as part of a cross-disciplinary team of global engineering leaders.
Job Responsibility
Lead the Mechanical Engineering Discipline worldwide, collaborating with engineers globally, and ensuring alignment with business strategy and product roadmaps
Define and deploy global standards, methodologies, training, and tools for mechanical design and development
Act as a technical authority and advisor to engineering leadership and cross-functional teams
Work closely with product development teams at all sites to support program execution, design reviews, and readiness for project gates
Promote cross-team collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
Collaborate with business leaders, other engineering disciplines, and all company functions to meet business needs throughout the entire product life cycle
Ensure successful delivery of quality mechanical engineering work packages across a portfolio of global projects
Support global resource planning and capacity management for central and regional engineering teams
Identify risks, drive mitigation plans, lead problem solving, and escalate issues impacting delivery or quality
Develop and continuously improve a high-performing, collaborative global mechanical engineering community
Attract, develop, and retain the best talent to ensure the highest standard of excellence
Lead hiring, performance management, and succession planning
Drive skills development, training programs, and career pathways across the discipline
Ensure consistent application of engineering design processes from requirements through validation and production
Promote adoption of advanced tools, methods, and engineering practices
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and time-to-market
Enable a Platform Strategy to drive reuse and efficiency in product development
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred)
15+ years of experience in mechanical engineering R&D within global industrial environments
10+ years of direct and indirect leadership experience managing teams across multiple regions
Strong experience in: Full product lifecycle
Leading global, cross-functional engineering teams
Driving process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives
Ability to travel internationally as needed up to 10-15% of the time
Strategic mindset with strong technical credibility and excellent organizational skills
Proven ability to influence in a global matrix organization
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Leadership style that fosters collaboration, accountability, and performance
Adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Experience in the use of CAE / FEA to evaluate complex assemblies, thermal effects, structural dynamics, and material characterization preferred
Experience with Design for Value and Design for Sustainability preferred
Experience with Creo, Windchill, JIRA, SharePoint, and/or SAP preferred
Nice to have
Experience in the use of CAE / FEA to evaluate complex assemblies, thermal effects, structural dynamics, and material characterization
Experience with Design for Value and Design for Sustainability
Experience with Creo, Windchill, JIRA, SharePoint, and/or SAP
What we offer
A great job, highly professional environment and friendly work culture
Growth Opportunities within international organization