R&D Department Manager (m/f/d)

Speira GmbH

Berufsfeld
Technik

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R&D Department Manager (m/f/d), Speira GmbH

As R&D Department Manager, you will lead a multidisciplinary team and play a key role in the development and industrialization of recycled aluminium products. You are responsible for people, competencies, and technical capabilities, while driving innovation, collaboration, and sustainable material solutions across the organization.

Challenges that will make you grow

Disciplinary and functional leadership of a multidisciplinary team of scientists, technicians, and laboratory/workshop staff
Ownership of departmental resources and capabilities, including laboratories, testing infrastructure, and technical facilities
Development, coaching, and performance management of team members with a focus on professional growth and future capability needs
Strategic responsibility for competence and methodology development, including continuous improvement of characterization, testing, and simulation methods
Definition, prioritization, and execution of investments in scientific and technical equipment
Active contribution to strategic technology and innovation projects, enabling materials and product development through advanced characterization, data analysis, and modelling
Establishing and strengthening the link between processing, microstructure, and material properties in close collaboration with development and application teams
Cross functional coordination of projects and activities across departments and, where relevant, company entities
Building and maintaining strong internal and external networks, including collaboration with technical experts, development functions, and research partners
Contribution to organizational development by adapting structures, responsibilities, and collaboration models in line with evolving business and technology needs
Acting as a role model for company values and leadership principles, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications that will get you ahead

Master's or PhD in a technical field
Several years of relevant professional experience, including leadership responsibility in metal industry
Expertise in aluminium processing, microstructure, and material properties is preferable
Experience with data analysis, statistics, modelling, and digital or AI supported approaches is an advantage
Confident leadership style with strong communication and organizational skills
Good German and very good English language skills
Willingness to travel occasionally; Class B driver's license required

Our Benefits

Attractive compensation package
Excellent further training opportunities
Respectful and collegial corporate culture
Sports & and health promotion (e.g. Urban Sports)
Work-life balance
Canteen
Company pension plan and pension plan according to collective agreement
Corporate Benefits portal with many discounts
Subsidized Jobticket
Access to the Handelshof in Düsseldorf and HH-Harburg
Job Bike

We expressly emphasize that all people - regardless of gender/gender identity, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability or equality, age, and sexual orientation - are equally welcome at our company.

Applications from severely disabled persons and persons with equal disabilities will be considered if they are equally qualified.

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