Visteon - Director - Engineering

About the Job:

We are seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Director of Engineering to lead our dynamic team and drive innovation in our embedded systems development.

This role requires a seasoned leader with a proven track record of successfully managing complex engineering projects, fostering collaborative relationships, and delivering exceptional results.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong business acumen and a deep understanding of the engineering landscape, enabling them to align technology strategy with business objectives.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

- Develop and execute the engineering strategy, aligning it with the overall business goals and product roadmap.

- Collaborate closely with the Executive Team and Business Leaders to understand market needs, identify opportunities, and define product requirements.

- Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

- Manage resource allocation, project prioritization, and risk mitigation strategies.

- Drive process improvements and implement best practices to enhance engineering efficiency and effectiveness.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including vendors, partners, and customers.

- Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, identifying opportunities to leverage them for competitive advantage.

- Contribute to the development of the company's intellectual property portfolio.

- Manage the engineering budget and ensure cost-effectiveness.

- Champion a culture of quality and ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and regulations.

- Provide regular updates to the Executive Team on engineering progress, challenges, and opportunities.

- Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes employee engagement and growth.

- Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making processes.

Qualifications:

- Master's / Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, MBA or equivalent business qualification is a plus.

- 16+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a regional or global environment.

- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in engineering management, demonstrating increasing responsibility and impact.

- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with Executive Teams and Business Leaders.

- Strong business acumen and understanding of financial principles.

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

- Demonstrated ability to build and motivate high-performing teams.

- Strategic thinker with a proven track record of developing and executing successful engineering strategies.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Experience in managing complex projects and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

- Experience working in a matrix organization is a plus.

- Experience in the automotive or embedded systems industry is highly desirable.

- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies