Head of Engineering

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Delivery Consultant IT Operations at Michael Bailey Associates

Overview: An international industrial technology leader is seeking a seasoned IT executive to drive the global strategy and execution of engineering IT solutions. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the digital backbone supporting advanced engineering functions across a multinational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the global IT strategy for engineering systems, including CAD, PLM, and technical documentation platforms.
• Lead a geographically dispersed team of IT professionals and oversee international project delivery.
• Partner with global engineering and product development stakeholders to ensure alignment of IT capabilities with business objectives.
• Manage relationships with key technology vendors, ensuring operational stability, security, and innovation.
• Drive digital transformation and continuous improvement in engineering IT processes, while maintaining compliance with corporate governance and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and optimize budgets, delivering cost-effective and high-quality IT services globally.

Key Interfaces:

• Directly report to the Group CIO / SVP of Global IT.
• Collaborate closely with global engineering and product excellence teams.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional and cross-regional IT teams.
• Engage with external vendors and strategic technology partners to co-develop solutions.

Candidate Profile:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in IT application management, including at least 5 years in senior leadership roles within complex, global environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in engineering software platforms (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Siemens Teamcenter).
• Proven track record in IT strategy, digital transformation, and vendor management.
• Fluent in English; additional language skills considered an asset.

What's on Offer:

• Strategic global leadership position with substantial impact on engineering digitalization.
• Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment within a leading global organization.
• Attractive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance, Information Technology, and Supply Chain

Industries

• Financial Services, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage