Director of Engineering (APAC) - Global Workplace Projects

Job DescriptionAre you ready to lead a dynamic, diverse Engineering APAC (Global Workplace Projects) team dedicated to upholding our high standards while fostering a collaborative and diverse environment?Here is a phenomenal opportunity to championing innovation and excellence across all factory engineering projects.Position location Jiaxing, ChinaNo relocation assistance will be offered.Core ResponsibilitiesDaily Leadership Provide daily leadership for the APAC Engineering team (located in China and Vietnam)by setting clear direction, follow up on progress, and offering guidance to both the team and individual members to foster a collaborative environment. Project Coordination Drive all Engineering activities related to expansion projects, ensuring successful completion that meets the highest quality standards. Collaboration with Leadership Work closely with the Engineering Leadership Team to drive key initiatives and tasks for the department. Decision-Making Engagement Actively participate in decision-making processes within the Engineering scope, supporting your team while ensuring alignment with our strategic goals. Standard Development and Innovation Develop, maintain, and innovate global standards for technical aspects, including supply concepts, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) fields, building management systems, and fire safety protocols. Supporting Growth Contribute to the growth of LEGO by fulfilling commitments and aspirations, ensuring our products reach more children around the world! Play your part in our team succeeding Engineering APAC is part of the GWP Engineering area inside Global Workplace Projects. In GWP, we are responsible for large scale construction projects and other utility related projects. Engineering is responsible for the technical aspects e.g. supply concepts, MEP disciplines, building management systems and fire safety. We develop, maintain and innovate our global standards and apply them in the projects worldwide.The global team consists of 30+ people (mainly engineers), with a broad diversity in functional fields and experience. The team supports both operation and projects at all sites globally.As Director for Engineering (APAC) you will drive this overall agenda together with LT peers and support the entire area, in order to deliver on our commitments in accordance with the LEGO Group’s promises and aspirations supporting our ambition to deliver our fantastic product to more children.Do you have what it takes? Proven leadership experience in a technical field, showcasing the ability to guide and mentor teams effectively. Expertise in engineering management and systems, preferably within Mechanical, Electrical or similar discipline, ensuring optimal design, operations and maintenance. Strong partner engagement, with a track record of fostering relationships both internally and externally. Familiarity with design practices for constructions and installations, contributing to innovative project development. Experience working within a global organization and able to navigate diverse cultures and countries. Experience in managing senior stakeholders, providing them with critical information to support decision-making. Ability to create and deliver high-level written presentations for distribution across the organization. Excellent interpersonal skills, with a talent for building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders and colleagues.Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.What’s in it for you?Here is what you can expectFamily Care Leave - We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.Wellbeing - We want our people to feel well and thrive. We offer resources and benefits to nurture physical and mental wellbeing along with opportunities to build community and inspire creativity.Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build, so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.Bonus - We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.Workplace - When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.Children are our role models. Their curiosity, creativity and imagination inspire everything we do. We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age and religion) to apply for roles in our team.The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.Just imagine building your dream career.Then make it real.Join the LEGO® team today.