Head of Research And Development

Company: Pek Automotive d.o.o

Location: Logatec, Slovenia (on site position)

Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate software, firmware, electronics design, and prototyping manufacturing teams.

• Provide technical oversight and expertise for all team operations.

• Prepare departmental operation plans and regularly report progress to the CTO and CEO.

• Supervise the daily implementation of the department’s operational plans.

• Collaborate with the CTO and CEO to co-develop the company’s technical strategies.

• Collect and systematize product-related questions and feature requests, track software and firmware releases, and manage updates across the product fleet.

• Identify and communicate any issues in departmental operations to the department head.

• Address and resolve operational challenges within the department, continuously improving business processes.

• Oversee major technology projects, ensuring they meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).

• Experience with integrated system solutions (mechanics, electronics, software, firmware).

• Proven experience in managing prototyping manufacturing teams.

• Strong understanding of operational processes and technical aspects of manufacturing companies, including production, warehousing, procurement, and quality control, within an ERP framework.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

What We Offer:

• An international, dynamic, and highly connected team.

• Work in state-of-the-art facilities in Logatec, Slovenia.

• A competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.

• Daily hot meals provided in the company’s dining area.

• Opportunities for advancement, including the potential to grow into the CTO role.

• A digital working environment powered by the R-Wave ERP and R-Wave PRM systems.