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Head of Development Drives

United States, Auburn Hills · Job Posted May 04, 2026
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Job Description

As a successful family-owned company on a path to global growth, the Brose Group offers challenging responsibilities and exciting career opportunities to performance-driven, skilled specialists with solid professional knowledge and proven career expertise who wish to contribute to our company’s success.

Job Responsibility

  • Strategic Leadership: You lead the team with foresight, aligning local market needs with our global Brose international strategy and customer expectations
  • Product Lifecycle Management: From the initial prototype to series production – you direct the design, development, and validation of new products and optimize existing designs throughout their entire lifecycle
  • Technology Pioneer: You stay ahead of technology trends, evaluate market demands, and determine the need for technology transfer in coordination with our headquarters
  • Resource & Budget Ownership: You hold the reins—from investment planning and departmental budgets to ensuring optimal staffing levels for all internal and customer projects
  • Interface Management & Ambassadorship: You act as a strategic link between central departments, external service providers, and customers
  • You represent BNA’s interests with technical excellence directly at the OEM level

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Engineering
  • At least 10 years of experience in automotive engineering, specifically with motors, mechanisms, and advanced mechanical systems
  • A minimum of 5–7 years of experience in a management role, with a talent for inspiring teams and driving high-performance results
  • A profound understanding of OEM methods, developments, and processes (Domestic/North American market)
  • Fluent communicator in English
  • Basic German skills are a distinct advantage

Nice to have

Basic German skills

What we offer

  • Competitive performance-based compensation
  • Health insurance
  • Comprehensive medical and insurance
  • Educational assistance
  • Community outreach, family, and sporting events
  • Flexible working hours
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Development programs
  • International or regional assignments
  • Tailored career paths

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