Lead Projector Engineer

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

The role of Lead Projector Engineer is based in our Exterior & Lighting Business Group in Nový Jičín, Czech Republic.

Responsibilities:

• Leading projector project teams and ensuring robust, reliable optical, mechanical and electronic solutions
• Following development processes and managing assigned small project team
• Managing BOMs, risks, and technical documentation
• Cooperating with OEMs, suppliers, and internal teams from concept to SOP
• Ensuring compliance with DFMEA, CAE, DV plans, and certification standards
• Leading night drives, homologation, PPAP deliverables
• Supporting innovation, cost optimization, and new business development
• Ensuring IP protection and sharing project lessons learned

Requirements:

• University degree in Optics/Physics or Mechanical Engineering or at least 3 years’ experience with development in automotive industry
• At least 3 years of experience in leading technical projects and customer communication
• Previous experience in projector/headlamp design and plastic injection is a big plus
• Advanced English (both written and spoken)
• Strong planning, decision-making, and presentation skills
• Leadership and team coordination abilities
• Customer and result orientation, stress management, and self-reliance

Benefits:

• Performance bonuses
• 5 weeks of vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work from home
• Cafeteria system (benefit program)
• Company events
• Refreshments at the workplace
• Transport allowance
• Contribution to pension / life insurance
• Training and development courses
• Subsidized meals in company canteen

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.

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