Project Controller

BU2 Thermal and Fluid Systems

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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! #weshapefuturemobility

Your Contribution

As a Project Controller, you will drive financial transparency and support data-driven decision-making across international projects throughout their entire lifecycle.

Ensure financial transparency across assigned projects by monitoring cost development, identifying deviations, and providing meaningful analyses.

Prepare and maintain accurate product and project cost calculations using inputs from engineering, purchasing, production, logistics, and other stakeholders.

Support Project Managers and cross-functional teams in achieving project budget, cost, investment, and profitability targets.

Act as a trusted financial business partner, providing insights and recommendations to support project-related decision-making.

Prepare financial scenarios, business cases, and make-or-buy evaluations in line with MAHLE standards and guidelines.

Track, analyze, and report key project financial KPIs, including costs, investments, margins, variances, and risks.

Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting throughout project milestones, quality gates, and governance processes.

Collaborate closely with global stakeholders to ensure completeness, consistency, and alignment of project financial data.

Identify financial risks and opportunities, drive mitigation actions, and contribute to the continuous improvement of controlling processes and tools.

Your Experience & Qualifications

University degree in Economics, Finance, Controlling, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum 2-3 years of experience in controlling, project controlling, financial planning, or cost analysis.

Strong understanding of cost structures, budgeting, forecasting, and product costing.

Advanced analytical and numerical skills.

Good knowledge of SAP and MS Office, especially Excel; FACTON knowledge is an advantage.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive results.

Fluent English; German is considered a plus.

Willingness to travel occasionally.

Our Offering

Performance‑related bonuses, including structured annual rewards based on individual and company results.

Seasonal bonuses, such as Easter and Christmas incentives, granted according to internal policies.

Meal vouchers provided for each working day.

Opportunities for learning - internally or externally

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support for personal and professional well‑being.

Comprehensive medical services through our partnered healthcare provider, covered up to an annual limit.

Company‑provided transportation, ensuring convenient travel between Timișoara and the MAHLE location

We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with personal & career development opportunities.

We encourage you to apply if it feels like a good fit for you or to review our other openings. You may just be the right candidate for this or other role.

After inviting you to the recruitment process, the next step will typically be a screening call followed by video or personal interview(s).

#TeamMAHLE is diverse – and we see that as a great advantage! We welcome applications with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and identities.

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Facts about the jobEntry level: Experienced hires

Part- / Full-time: Full Time

Functional area: Controlling

Department: BU2 Thermal and Fluid Systems

Location:
Timisoara, RO

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Company: MAHLE Comp.de Motor (RO)

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Closing date for applications

Don't waste any time, apply while the position is online.

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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.

Shape the future with us.

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