Hardware development manager
OJ Electronics – a Danish producer of HVAC drives, AHU controllers, and thermostats for electric floor heating – is looking for an experienced engineering leader to join our R&D organization in Sønderborg, Denmark. Read more Apply In this role, you will lead a team of approximately 10 specialists within hardware and mechanical engineering, supporting the continued development of new products and technologies across OJ’s three main product areas.
You’ll combine people leadership, technical understanding, resource coordination, and process improvement in a dynamic development environment with close collaboration across R&D, product management, and senior leadership. As part of OJ’s broader R&D leadership team, you’ll help shape development priorities, strengthen engineering processes, and contribute to an organization where ideas quickly become action.
Your role As hardware development manager, you’ll be responsible for the daily leadership and continued development of OJ’s hardware team. Your specific responsibilities will include: Leading and developing the hardware teamSupporting employee development and long-term competence buildingAllocating development resources across projects and prioritiesParticipating as part of OJ’s R&D leadership team alongside fellow department leadersCollaborating with external development partnersManaging budgets and follow-up activities for hardware developmentContributing to process optimization and continuous improvement across development activitiesMust-have qualifications Engineering degree in electronics or a related technical fieldLeadership experience – preferably within product development or technical organizationsStrong technical understanding of electronics and hardware developmentExperience leading technical specialists and cross-functional collaborationStrong communication skills in both Danish and EnglishStructured leadership approach with focus on collaboration, overview, and executionAbility to balance empathy and listening skills with clear decision-making when needed Nice-to-have qualifications Experience working with hardware development and MCAD/ECAD toolsExperience working with development processes in companies with dedicated R&D organizationsUnderstanding of both technical development and organizational process improvementExperience collaborating with external development partnersInterest in leadership development and building strong engineering teams Working at OJ At OJ Electronics, you’ll find an informal, open and collaborative culture where people take pride in doing quality work.
We offer: A flat organisational structure where decisions are made quicklyOpportunities to grow your expertise and responsibility over timeA healthy work-life balance and flexible working hoursCompetitive salary and pension packageA modern workplace with canteen and good facilitiesEmployee satisfaction scores average above 85 – and we take pride in maintaining a workplace where people truly thrive.Please note that this position is based in Sønderborg, Denmark, and requires your physical presence on site. This is not a hybrid or remote position. The application process For this position, we will be interviewing on an ongoing basis until we find the right person.
About OJ Electronics Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Sønderborg, Denmark, OJ Electronics produces electronic controls for underfloor heating and HVAC controls and drives. Our products are available through partners and distributors worldwide, and we have subsidiaries and sales offices in key markets, including the United States and Poland.
Everywhere, we are known for our innovative approach, insistence on product quality, and deep application knowledge – all of which helps customers differentiate themselves in the market. In June 2023, OJ Electronics was acquired by BITZER Electronics, a BITZER Group company also headquartered in Sønderborg.
This makes OJ Electronics part of the BITZER Group family, which is represented at 75 locations in over 40 countries and employs some 4300 people worldwide, 185 in OJ Electronics, Sønderborg, Denmark.ApplyContactFlemming BundgaardSenior Director R&DMail: fbu@ojelectronics.comPhone: +4573121378Mobile: +4520308264 Apply Now that you are interested...
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