Head of Technical Documentation (m/f/d) in Augsburg

We are looking for a Head of Technical Documentation (m/w/d) at our headquarters in Augsburg.

Hosokawa Alpine is internationally renowned for high-quality, durable machines and systems. We are among the world leaders in mechanical process engineering and film extrusion. With over 125 years of experience, we offer efficient solutions for numerous industries. Whether complex films or the finest powders in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food, minerals or recycling—we are a full-service provider across all process steps. With approximately 840 employees, we focus on sustainable technologies made in Germany and guarantee the highest level of customer satisfaction. A global presence, a forward-looking approach, flat hierarchies, and exciting challenges in special machine construction characterize our company.

Your Tasks:

• Leadership (technical and managerial) and further development of our newly formed Technical Documentation team
• Responsibility for ensuring that technical documentation (machine and plant documentation) is delivered on time, is complete, and complies with standards, as well as for the associated end-to-end processes
• Establishing company-wide standards to increase the efficiency of our processes while maintaining or enhancing customer value
• Proactively developing, optimizing, standardizing, and digitizing processes related to the flow of technical information (end-to-end processes)
• Identifying and implementing innovative technologies for solutions in the field of technical information
• Ensuring close collaboration with internal departments, project management teams, and external partners
• Proactively supporting the improvement or development of business models derived from technical information
• Overseeing the review, approval, and quality assurance of technical information while taking into account legal, regulatory, and customer-specific requirements

Your Profile:

• A successfully completed degree, e.g., in technical writing and communication, or a comparable educational qualification
• Alternatively, technical vocational training with several years of relevant experience and subject-specific continuing education
• Several years of experience in technical documentation, ideally in mechanical and plant engineering
• Experience in the disciplinary or technical management of employees is desirable
• Knowledge of and experience with relevant guidelines, standards, and product safety
• Experience with content management systems, ideally Schema ST4
• Experience with CDS/CCMS and digitization projects
• A structured, solution-oriented, and independent work style
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Good written and spoken German and English

What We Offer:

• Employment conditions in accordance with the collective agreement of the Bavarian metal and electrical industry
• A respectful and open working culture
• A modern, subsidized company canteen
• Flexible working time models
• Extensive options for mobile working
• Individual development opportunities through our Alpine Campus
• Company pension scheme and subsidies for capital-forming benefits
• Parking facilities and good public transport connections
• Corporate benefits

We look forward to hearing from you!

Your Contact:

Joana Mayr, +49 821 5906 - 979