Team Leader Engineering NPI

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Team Leader Engineering NPI!! 

Location: Veldhoven, NL

Job ID: 45500

Leading and coordinating the Engineering NPI department, while also contributing substantively as part of the Engineering team. IAI industrial systems has been a supplier to the security printing market since 1995. Some of the largest countries in the world have chosen IAI as their preferred partner to help them create passports, identity cards and banknotes with the most advanced security features. Many leading governments, technology partners and enterprises around the world entrust their challenging projects with us, as they value the reliability, accountability and responsibility we deliver. From new levels of protection and productivity for passports and identity cards to novel manufacturing processes and technologies that pave the way to new breakthroughs. We have built our reputation on developing and manufacturing unique systems, which include laser applications, inkjet printing and product handling. Characteristics of our markets are international, business-to-business, investment goods and long-term relations. IAI industrial systems is part of HID Global, a subsidiary of ASSAABLOY.

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

Secure Issuance (SI):

Secure Issuance, part of HID Global, offers the world’s broadest and most sophisticated portfolio of card printers, laser engravers, encoders and software. For more than 25 years, organizations across a variety of industries — from enterprise corporations and government agencies to financial institutions and universities — have relied on HID Global Secure Issuance for the custom personalization and issuance of secure identity credentials and financial cards. With a history of pioneering patented technologies and expertise, business integrity and long-standing customer confidence, HID Global is a global leader in secure card issuance innovation.

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of security. 

As our Team Leader Engineering NPI, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

Management Activities 

• Conducting performance and appraisal interviews
• Facilitating team meetings with direct reports 
• Ensuring employee development, including coordinating education/training and knowledge sharing
• Leading and coaching the Engineering sub-department, including contracted resources (approximately 8–15 employees in total)
• Maintaining oversight of multiple projects, setting priorities, and coordinating activities within the team
• Providing support to the Director of Engineering in preparing reports and monitoring the development process and organizational planning, including expanding the IAI roadmap
• Safeguarding the quality and quantity of work within the Engineering sub-department, ensuring that activities are performed in accordance with guidelines and agreements

Organization

• Ensuring appropriate staffing levels within the Engineering department (number of resources, required competencies, etc.)
• Ensuring uniformity and standardization of (work) processes
• Defining and determining outsourcing assignments, i.e. specifying what contracted resources are expected to deliver
• Maintaining oversight of Engineering resource planning and, where necessary, engaging support from resources in other teams

Technologies and System Design

• Translating developments into new applications, market applications, and/or system specifications
• Advising on potential new technologies, material applications, and/or innovations to company systems and machines
• Co-determining the system architecture for newly developed systems and machines
• Together with a multidisciplinary team (Software, Mechanics, and Electronics), translating required customer specifications into a conceptual design and functional specifications
• Participating in and facilitating reviews to assess the functionality and quality of designs

Primary Duties

Communication

• Communication takes place in both Dutch and English
• Promoting information exchange within a multidisciplinary team (Development, Software, Mechanics, and Electronics) to ensure functionalities are translated into design information
• Discussing project planning, progress, and results with the Director of Engineering and/or Project Managers
• Communicating technical information and malfunctions with (international) customers
• Preparing presentations, project plans, work instructions, and test documents
• Discussing technical content, solutions, specifications, process knowledge, system development, and innovations with the Director of Engineering, Managing Director, Project Managers, Engineers, Operations, and (international) customers
• Representing the Engineering team during meetings with Operations, Project Managers, and Team Leaders
• Supporting Sales with regard to new technical applications and process knowledge
• Preparing reports for the Director of Engineering

Authorities 

• Setting priorities for the allocation and distribution of work within the team, including outsourcing tasks where necessary
• Initiating and following up on system and unit development, taking customer and functional specifications into account
• Making decisions regarding the deployment of people and resources
• Preparing, implementing, and monitoring procedures and regulations
• Making investment decisions within approved departmental budgets
• Analyzing, interpreting, and resolving problems within the Engineering sub-department

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the availability of appropriate resources within the team
• Ensuring the availability and TPD of developed units and machines, taking specifications into account
• Keeping standard machines and technology knowledge up to date and applying new technologies in the field of control software
• Building a solid knowledge infrastructure by promoting active knowledge transfer within the Engineering department
• Bearing responsibility for validation and test steps within the PCP process
• Establishing and managing departmental budgets
• Realizing adequate departmental planning and achieving project and departmental objectives

Your Experience and Background include:  

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related field 
• Leadership and people management skills 
• Experience in system design 
• Strong communication skills  

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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