Electronic Hardware Layout Team Leader

Together, we move the world, and we want you to be a part of it. In MAHLE you will have the opportunity to work in one of the most powerful multinationals in the automotive sector, with great opportunities for professional development and surrounded by a multicultural environment with colleagues who share your passion for technology and mobility. 

How can you become part of our success?  

Direct responsibility over the integration, coordination and supervision of functions performed by a group of employees within the XEDEL functional sub-area, directly reporting to the Head of Electronic Hardware Department.

Lead a team of PCB engineers, PCB simulation engineers and technical office.

Responsibility of the team management, process compliance, maturity, efficiency, deliverables to projects and budget compliance.

• Manage/coordinate the tasks of the Layout Team: between around 6 to 15 engineers.
  • Onboarding of new Engineers.
  • Define and plan the tasks, and allocate the resources to the projects.
  • Identify resources needs and coordinate the hiring process with HR.
  • Manage the training and qualification plan for the PCB team (IPC certifications, other trainings).

• Leads the following tasks related to the HW layout design activities within the team:
  • Approves the layout design for the team’s designs (leads the layout design reviews).
  • Generation of lessons learned from layout issues on his/her team’s projects. Update of design checklists if applicable.
  • Ensure harmonized processes for layout development in all projects.
    • Define output needed for each sample level release.
    • Coordination with industrialization team for the definition of design process/constraints (Design for Manufacturing).
    • Define the PCB review process and scope for each sample level.
    • Define documentation for supplier and for design justification.
    • Define interfaces with mechanical design group for PCB design and validation.
  • Participate in HW/layout process improvement: modification of process, identification of tools or SW for efficiency improvement.
• Coordinate the operation of the technical office, processes, templates, best practices.
• Define and evaluate metrics for the team (KPI).

What skills do you need?  

• Degree in Physics / Electronics / Telecommunication Engineering or similar.
• English (B2).
• Spanish (C1).
• German will be a plus.
• (Critical) Technical background in electronic design layout (automotive preferred).
• (Required) Professional certification IPC CID+ (basic required, advanced level valued).
• (Required) Proficiency in the use of Altium Designer (PCB).
• (Valued) Experience in mechanical/thermal/EMC simulation for PCBs (Ansys HFSS, SIwave, Icepack, Sherlock,…).
• (Valued) Knowledge of electronic analysis and simulation tools (SPICE, PSIM, Mathcad, MATLAB).
• (Valued) Knowledge of standard electronic design analysis and verification (Derating analysis, WCA, Reliability calculation, FMEDA).
• (Valued) Knowledge of Automotive SPICE processes.
• (Required) Experience in PCB design for automotive applications.
• (Required) Strong inter-personal communication skills and conflict resolution.
• (Valued) Experience in developing and implementing electronics development processes and continuous improvement.
• (Valued) Experience in customer and stakeholder requirements analysis and negotiation.
• (Valued) Experience in working in a V model development process (ASPICE).
• (Valued) Experience with coordinating a HW development team.
• (Valued) Experience in interacting with clients and negotiation skills.

What does MAHLE offer you? 

• Attractive salary package. 
• We will oversee all the administrative process for candidates who come from abroad. 
• Flexible work schedule and possible working from home solution (home office). 
• Continuous training. 
• Becoming a member of a fast-growing team in an innovative company with stable market position. 
• Possibility to work for a well-known brand, a leader in Automotive industry whose products are highly recognized worldwide.  
• Be part of a team in a multicultural environment with a fantastic working environment. 
• Access to the MAHLE benefits platform with multiple discounts on services, and also enjoy our advantages in flexible remuneration. 

If you do not comply with all the requirements, don't worry, we still want to meet you! Don’t hesitate and apply to our offer - exciting opportunities and challenges for your career are awaiting you. 

MAHLE Electronics is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, place of origin, disability, or age.