Head of Production Engineering Durango (m/f/d)

Company Description

LEONI is a global leading provider of products, solutions and services for energy and data management in the automotive industry. With around 86,000 employees in 21 countries and consolidated sales of EUR 3.9 billion in 2025 (excluding the former Automotive Cable Solutions division), we are a leading supplier of complex wiring systems and customer‑specific cable harnesses.

Since 2025, we have been part of the Luxshare Group, a global technology company headquartered in China. Together, we are shaping the future of mobility. Join us and help drive the transformation of the automotive world.

Job Description

• Lead and manage the Production Engineering organization, ensuring the achievement of strategic objectives, KPIs, and plant performance targets.
• Drive the development and implementation of engineering projects, ensuring the successful introduction of new products, manufacturing processes, and technologies.
• Establish and ensure compliance with engineering standards, governance, and processes, promoting best practices in manufacturing, quality, and operational excellence.
• Manage the department's budget and resources, ensuring cost-effective operations and the achievement of productivity and investment objectives.
• Oversee the implementation of the plant's production concept, coordinating Plant Engineering, Production Engineering activities, and engineering support for new product launches and projects.
• Lead continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives, including productivity improvements, cost reduction, equipment optimization, and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) activities.
• Develop and strengthen the engineering team through coaching, succession planning, change management, performance development, and talent growth to build a high-performing organization.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in Manufacturing or Production Engineering within the automotive industry, with proven experience in wiring harness manufacturing.
• Minimum 5-10 years of leadership experience managing Production Engineering, Plant Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, VAVE, APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan, and Industrial Engineering methodologies
• Advanced English proficiency (written and spoken).

Benefits

• Benefits: Weekly pay, Major Medical Insurance, and Life Insurance.
• Additional benefits and compensation details will be explained during the interview process.