Engineering Manager

Volkswagen Group Services is a Volkswagen Group company oriented towards working for Group companies worldwide.

We provide services in the areas of production, logistics, data engineering (IT), engineering, consulting, quality, business services, human resources, communication, and administrative and financial services. We are focused on our clients’ activities and take responsibility for carrying them out on their behalf.

We are currently hiring a Engineering Manager to join our I&E HUB in Lisbon.

Who are we?

At the Innovation & Engineering Hub, we develop bold, market-ready solutions that support Volkswagen Group and its leading brands. Together with TRATON Group’s Global R&D — home to brands like Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus — we’re building the future of intelligent and sustainable transport. Global R&D focuses on:

• Alternative Drive Systems;
• Digitalization;
• Automated Driving;
• Road Safety.

We’re not just manufacturing vehicles — we’re engineering the future of mobility

What will your responsibilities be?

Team Creation & Ramp‑up

Assess product scope, status, roadmap, and business needs to define the team setup and required competencies.

• Validate technical feasibility, identify risks, and anticipate dependencies.
• Build and scale new teams in collaboration with Product Management, Business Development, Engineering, and other stakeholders.
• Lead the initiation phase: recruitment, onboarding, customer alignment, resource planning, and operational readiness.

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor and grow high‑performing engineering teams capable of solving complex technical challenges.
• Foster a culture of autonomy, accountability, and proactive problem solving.
• Support career development through goal setting, structured feedback, and coaching.
• Remove blockers, address organizational dependencies, and ensure teams have optimal conditions to deliver value.
• Promote cross‑functional collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement practices.
• Conduct performance evaluations and guide individuals through constructive, actionable feedback.

Delivery & Stakeholder Management

• Ensure seamless collaboration between engineering teams and internal/external stakeholders.
• Act as a facilitator and trusted partner, representing the team and safeguarding delivery commitments.
• Maintain transparent communication regarding decisions, priorities, and delivery progress.
• Manage expectations, escalate risks when needed, manage scalations and promote an outcome‑oriented mindset.

Organizational Impact

• Collaborate with fellow Engineering Managers and VWGS Departments to evolve organizational processes, frameworks, and best practices.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, innovation efforts, and long‑term capability building across the engineering hub.
• Support cross‑department topics such as business development, budgeting, operational improvements, talent initiatives, or organizational development.

What requirements are we looking for?

• Solid IT background, supported by relevant academic qualifications and hands‑on professional experience in technology-driven environments.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams in product or service delivery contexts.
• Proven experience working in IT product and/or service teams, with strong understanding of modern software development practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client and partner relationships, ensuring alignment on expectations, priorities, and delivery outcomes.
• Strong experience working with Agile methodologies; familiarity with SAFe is a plus.
• Comfortable operating in international and multicultural team environments.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
• Strong analytical mindset, paired with a high sense of accountability, ownership, and structured decision‑making.
• Outstanding people leadership skills, including emotional intelligence, conflict management, empathy, and the ability to foster collaborative, team‑oriented cultures.

What We Can Offer?

• Competitive compensation package

• Flexible work hours and hybrid model

• Attractive workspace

• Employee health care and life insurance

• Social benefits and several discounts

• Trainings and professional career development

Ref: Level A