Automotive System Solution Engineering Director (f/m/d)

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Automotive System Solutions Engineering to join the MCU Business Unit within Renesas’ High Performance Computing Solutions Group. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in leading global system experts and be responsible for defining and developing system solutions to enhance our product offerings. This role will drive the solution competitiveness, and meet the evolving needs of the automotive industry.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global system solution strategy for the target automotive applications
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable and modular system solution frameworks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define hardware requirements, specifications, and standards for the target automotive systems
• Work closely with the global business development, regional marketing, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of system solutions
• Gather and analyze customer feedback to inform product improvements and new developments
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to internal and external stakeholders on automotive electronics hardware architecture best practices and emerging trends
• Engage with key customers to understand their future system requirements and define and deliver tailored solutions
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in system design and functionality
• Lead and mentor a team of system solution engineers and professionals
• Drive innovation in system solutions to maintain a competitive edge
• Continuously improve processes, methodologies, and technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in the automotive industry, with a focus on MCU products and system solutions
• Proven track record of leading global teams and managing complex projects
• Strong understanding of automotive electronics, embedded systems, and MCU technologies.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed

Renesas Electronics Corporation empowers a safer, smarter and more sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. The leading global provider of microcontrollers, Renesas combines our expertise in embedded processing, analog, power and connectivity to deliver complete semiconductor solutions. These Winning Combinations accelerate time to market for automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT applications, enabling billions of connected, intelligent devices that enhance the way people work and live. Learn more at www.renesas.com. 

Renesas’ mission, To Make Our Lives Easier, is underpinned by our company culture, TAGIE. TAGIE stands for Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative and Entrepreneurial. Our goal is to embed this unique culture in everything we do to succeed as a company and create trust with our diverse colleagues, customers and stakeholders.

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