Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

About the positionWe are looking for a Chief Technology Officer, CTO, who is accountable for product innovation, engineering excellence, R&D investments, intellectual property management, technical standardization, and technology-driven business growth across all global entities. The CTO will lead the development of next-generation braking systems, hydraulic solutions, monitoring technologies, and digital products while ensuring that Dellner Bubenzer maintains its technological leadership in ports, cranes, mining, steel, bulk handling, offshore, wind energy, marine, and industrial applications. Additionally, the CTO position will be part of the business' management team and will be part of forming the future of DELLNER BUBENZER. Location for this position will be dependent on you as a candidate, but preferably close to one of our sites in Europe. You report directly to the Managing Director for Dellner Bubenzer. Dellner Bubenzer is a global leader in the design and manufacture of braking systems for the material handling, crane & hoist, container handling, mining, marine, industrial, offshore, oil & gas, and wind energy sectors with operations in Benelux, Brazil, China, Germany, Italy, Singapore, Middle East, Malaysia, Sweden, US and Latin America. Your responsibilities include, among other things:Lead global engineering and product development teams.Define and implement the Group's technology and innovation roadmap.Build technology partnerships with customers, universities, research institutes, and strategic suppliers.Standardize technical solutions across the Group where appropriate.Oversee all global R&D activities.Prioritize R&D investments to maximize strategic impact and return.Develop new products and product platforms supporting future market growth.Lead lifecycle management initiatives from concept through obsolescence.Given the international scope of the Business Unit, travelling will be requiredEnsure compliance with global technical regulations and standards.Oversee product safety, reliability, and risk management processes About you and qualifications To be successful in the role you need to demonstrate success in product innovation and commercialization.Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.MBA or postgraduate qualification preferred.Proven experience leading global engineering and R&D organizations.Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.You are result oriented with an ability to motivate the team and deliver goalsYou are experienced in leading changes and have track record of successful business turnaround and developmentYou have experience from an international and strong intercultural work environmentYou have excellent communication and English language skills Our offer A dynamic and collegial working environmentFlat hierarchies with short decision-making pathsAdequate remunerationDiverse training and development opportunitiesFlexible working hours and home office optionsEmployer-financed company pension scheme We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. About Dellner GroupDellner Group is a privately owned industrial investment company that owns and invests in businesses across different industrial sectors. Dellner Group companies are world leading global suppliers of braking, hydraulic, polymer and glass products and solutions across the material handling, wind energy, marine, oil and gas, industrial and transportation sectors. Dellner Group has a buy and build strategy and a track record of acquiring companies with high development potential. Our primary focus is on sustainable value creation, and we achieve this through professional and entrepreneurial management teams, strong customer relationships and diligent focus on organic growth in our portfolio companies.