Lead Engineer Electrical Design

Clarios, the global leader in advanced energy storage solutions and creator of the VARTA® brand, is seeking a Lead Engineer Electrical Design to join their team in Hannover, Germany. This role is crucial for the electronic design and development of battery management and ultra-capacitor systems.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in the automotive industry, specifically focusing on advanced battery solutions. As a Lead Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, testing, and verifying electrical systems while ensuring compliance with automotive functional safety and ASPICE processes.

The ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years of professional engineering experience, with specific expertise in schematic capture tools like Altium, electronic circuit debugging, and requirement management tools. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required, along with fluency in English and preferably B2-level German language skills.

Working at Clarios means joining a company that powers nearly one-third of vehicles worldwide. The company offers an impressive benefits package including flexible working hours, a mobile work policy, company kindergarten, and various health and wellness perks such as a fitness center and physiotherapist services. Professional development is supported through their Internal Learning Academy, LinkedIn Learning, and EMEA Mentoring Program.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering work, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You'll be involved in everything from reviewing customer specifications to leading technical investigations and developing relationships with suppliers.

This position represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer looking to make a significant impact in the automotive industry while working for a global leader in energy storage solutions. The company's strong commitment to sustainability, including their initiative to recycle 8,000 batteries per hour, makes this an attractive option for professionals interested in contributing to environmental sustainability through their work.