Global Technology Engineer (m/w/d) - Metal Materials

Global Technology Engineer (m/w/d) - Metal Materials

Requisition number

RIM01888

Country / Region

Germany

City

Cologne

Contract Type

Permanent Job

Professional experience

Minimum 3 years

Education level

Bachelor

Position

Welcome to RIMOWA, the first German Maison of the LVMH Group. We are a global lifestyle brand with a mission to create the essential tools for a lifetime of travel. For more than 120 years, weve dedicated ourselves to develop unique products where function coexists with luxury, heritage with innovation, and craftsmanship with design.

At RIMOWA we believe that great ambitions demand resilient companions. Its why our tools are created with longevity in mind. Because the most meaningful journeys last more than a trip, they last a lifetime.

As Global Technology Engineer (m/f/d), you will play a central role in coordinating all global engineering projects at our factories in Germany, Czech Republic, and Canada. This strategic position focuses on driving technological advancements, process optimization, and digital transformation within our manufacturing operations, with a particular emphasis on metal materials and manufacturing processes. You will play a key role in integrating new technologies, improving industrial performance, and ensuring and further developing best practices.

This is a permanent, full time position located in our head office in Cologne, Germany. This position requires the willingness to travel internationally (25-30%) between our plants in Europe and Canada.

Job responsibilities

Technology Strategy & Development:

Developing and implementing long-term technology strategies for the global plant network, with a focus on metal technologies. Validating, critically analyzing, and supporting plans and investments.

Monitoring global industry trends, regulatory changes, and the competitive landscape to forecast opportunities and risks. Identifying and evaluating new technologies/technology advancements for adaptation at RIMOWA. Conducting feasibility studies, including business case and implementation potentials.

Collaborate with Product-, Innovation-, Development- and Industrial teams to translate product strategies and requirements into Industrial processes and assets.

Determining digitalization needs and contributing to the development and implementation of RIMOWAs digitalization strategy, considering opportunities and threats. Evaluating best practices within and outside the plants and ensuring global consistency where necessary.

Project Management & Implementation:

Leading and coordinating global engineering projects between plants in Germany, the Czech Republic, and Canada to integrate new technologies and products into existing production lines or to develop new production capacities. This includes defining project scope, timelines, budgets, and progress monitoring.

Ensuring compliance with local and international regulatory standards for safety, quality, environmental impact, etc., for all new technologies.

Collaboration & Communication:

Close collaboration with plants and cross-functional experts on plant processes, projects, product launches, productivity initiatives, and key performance indicators at all locations.

Effective communication with various stakeholders within the company and regular reporting to direct supervisors and board members.

Profile

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field

Several years of relevant professional experience in the industry. Furthermore, you possess in-depth knowledge of production processes and a strong technical understanding; a specialization in metal forming is advantageous.