Description Company Profile Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems. We deliver innovations that resonate with our customers in a wide range of applications for the industrial, communications, electronics and instrumentation markets. Coherent is headquartered in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, and maintains research and development, manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. We owe our worldwide technological leadership to the profound knowledge and experience of our employees. This awareness characterizes our corporate culture - which is open and communicative and ensures trusting cooperation. Each individual contributes to the company's success with his or her knowledge and responsibility. The passion and commitment of our team are the engine of our company As one of the world's leading providers of Silicon Carbide products and solutions, SiC Germany GmbH is creating a position of Technical Director (d/f/m) for its Module design center located in Eching near Munich. Job Description Defines the product and technology developments needed for our SiC power modules in order to achieve the company's strategy and the revenues/margin targets. Implements a product and technology roadmap in collaboration with the Product manager. Leads the R&D team to ensure product development in line with the roadmap and enhance a creative vision. Defines needs for R&D resources and investments. Adjusts the technical roadmap based on market demand, marketing insights and customers interaction. Insures a Design for manufacturing approach in collaboration with Product/Process team. Collaborates and works with die and device team. Keeps track of new developments in the related industry. Qualification M.S. or Ph.D. Electronical Engineering with 15 years’ experience in similar technical management role, preferably in a global multicultural organization Very good knowledge of applications in power conversion (power modules, drivers, systems) and strong understanding of industry’s needs and translate into module solution that market really needs Demonstrated ability to lead people, build positive relationships and achieve results with others Result oriented teamworker with strong focus on customer and innovation and willingness to travel (worldwide) Fluency in German and proficency in English (written and oral) as well as good computer skills (proficient in Outlook) Benefits Responsible and challenging tasks in an exciting working environment Individual development opportunities and possibilities for further training Flexible working schedule and a pleasant working atmosphere Possibility of mobile working Participation in the company-wide bonus system Modern office space Free parking spaces Contact Are you interested? If you would like to be part of our great team and contribute to the success of the company, we look forward to receiving your application. Please apply directly via the button below with your complete and meaningful application documents, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.