Manager Biomechanic (m/f/d)

Germany / Bayreuth

CYBEX is a company that puts tomorrow’s people at the heart of its brand. Always questioning the status quo and not afraid of challenging the establishment, CYBEX has become not just a leader in child safety but is seen as an innovative lifestyle and fashion brand for parents. We offer car seats, baby carriers, kids furniture and strollers enabling parents to keep their little ones safe in style. After growing rapidly in the last few years, we look for ambitious talent to contribute to CYBEX’s success story.

Your seat to fill:

Leading the biomechanics team within R&D

Drive the definition and development of ergonomic and biomechanical requirement profiles to support the safe and user-friendly design of all global juvenile product categories (child restraint systems, stroller, carrier, home products)

Define reproducible test methods to measure and quantify human design factors. Manage the corresponding laboratory equipment

Evaluate product concepts in early development stages, ensuring they meet ergonomic and biomechanical standards for comfort, functionality, and user well-being

Review technical drawings and product artworks to verify compliance with established ergonomic guidelines

Organize and conduct hands-on product testing with children and parents, gathering structured feedback to drive iterative design improvements

Recruit, engage, and maintain relationships with product test families, ensuring consistent participation in product evaluation activities

Conduct technology scouting and market research to identify innovations and emerging trends in ergonomics, comfort, and safety

Analyze and synthesize findings from scientific studies to inform product development with the latest evidence-based insights

Lead scientific research projects, including contributions to publications and collaboration with academic or clinical partners

Your stroll to CYBEX:

Completed technical or scientific education (HTL, FH, or university) in biomechanics, ergonomics, biomedicine, or a comparable field

A genuine interest in ergonomic design and user-centered development, especially in the context of juvenile products

Practical experience in leading a team and managing daily operations to meet organizational goals

Practical experience working with children, with an understanding of their developmental needs and how they interact with products

Demonstrated responsibility in handling safety-relevant tasks and adherence to regulatory or industry standards

Proficiency in MS Office tools, particularly for documentation, data evaluation, and presentation

Fluent in German and confident in spoken and written English (B1 level)

Independent and structured way of working, as well as analytical thinking and reliability

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment, bringing a hands-on, proactive, and solution-driven mindset

CYBEX operates globally and has employees from copious nations. If you are keen to leave your footprint in a swiftly growing business that offers plenty of opportunities to grow both on a professional and individual level, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll have the chance to develop your personal profile in an international environment. As part of Goodbaby International Holdings Ltd., CYBEX is dedicated to creating an inclusive working environment that encompasses diversity and equal opportunities. At CYBEX, we place great importance on our values: Imagination, Belief, Passion, Strength, Respect, and Love. These values shape our company culture and drive us to develop innovative solutions and achieve exceptional results.