Head of Product Development (m/f/d) - chargeBIG
Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.
MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team!
Your Contribution
As Head of Product Development (m/f/d) – chargeBIG, you take overall technical responsibility for chargeBIG, including steering product development and continuously optimizing the product portfolio.
- Acting as the technical lead and central point of contact for customers across all organizational levels – from operational teams to C‑level executives
- Active support of chargeBIG’s business development during the scale‑up phase
- Further development of the organization as well as building capabilities and enhancing the performance of interdisciplinary teams in software, hardware, mechanics, prototyping, and testing
- Identification and implementation of efficiency measures, such as make‑or‑buy decisions, AI‑supported coding and analytics, test automation, and modern development methods
- Close collaboration with the chargeBIG leadership team and structured reporting to MAHLE New Venture Management and the Steering Committee
Your Experience and Qualifications
- Completed degree in electrical engineering or a comparable technical field of study
- Several years of leadership experience
- Strong understanding of electronic hardware and software development
- Solid knowledge of the charging infrastructure market as well as relevant technology and innovation trends
- Sound understanding of the EV charging infrastructure ecosystem and the regulatory landscape (including AFIR, MID, Eichrecht, CE conformity, OCPP, CRA)
- Goal‑oriented and inspiring working style, characterized by high flexibility and confidence in dealing with ambiguity
- Strong intrapreneurial mindset and a hands‑on approach in a dynamic growth environment
- Clear identification with and consistent application of the MAHLE Leadership Principles
- Very good communication skills in both German and English, combined with intercultural competence
#TeamMAHLE is diverse and we see that as a great advantage! We welcome applications with diverse experiences, backgrounds and identities.
Do you have any questions?
LARS.MEYER-HUEBNER@MAHLE.COM
+49 711 501-13527
Depending on the job profile and personal situation of the employees, MAHLE offers the possibility of flexible working, for example through home office. This is how we support our employees in balancing their professional and private lives.
Facts about the job
Entry level: Management
Part- / Full-time: Full Time
Functional area: Research & Development
Department: Services
Location: Stuttgart, DE, 70376
Company: MAHLE chargeBIG (DE)
Closing date for applications Don't waste any time, apply while the position is online.
Your future at MAHLE
As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend-setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally-friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you.
