Head of Automotive Research And Development Center

Head of Automotive Research And Development Center

We are hiring on behalf of our client, a Chinese leading global automotive manufacturer known for its strong focus on independent innovation, advanced R&D, and global expansion. The company has established multiple R&D centers worldwide and holds thousands of patents, consistently ranking among the top Chinese vehicle exporters for over two decades. They are seeking an executive with extensive experience in automotive OEMs to lead the R&D center in Spain.

• Responsible for the territorial management of the Spanish R&D center.
• Responsible for local project management and promotion.
• Responsible for establishing a local adaptability development and validation system.
• Responsible for conducting market demand research in the local area and forming a localized development demand list.
• Responsible for localization certification of vehicle models and development of localized parts.
• Support the resolution of quality issues for vehicle models in the European market.
• Other tasks assigned by management.

Requirements :

Language : Proficient in English and native Spanish.

Education : Bachelor’s degree or above (vehicles engineering, mechanical engineering, automation, or related fields).

Work Experience : 15+ years of work experience in automotive OEMs.

Skills & Abilities : Familiar with vehicle project development and verification processes, vehicle structure, and working principles; strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills.

Special Requirement : Experience with BBA OEMs (BMW, Benz, Audi) would be preferred.

Due to the large number of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your consideration.

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