R&D Product Technical Manager
Team Horizon is seeking a R&D Product Technical Manager for a client in Galway. The Product Technical Manager is accountable for the deliverables of R&D to ensure the success of the project, as well as the detailed scheduling and budgeting of R&D activities with the support of disciplines.
Why you should apply:
* Our client has developed a stand-out culture of innovation, inclusion, and development, and consistently features as a great place to work.
* Excellent contracting rates on offer.
* They put their people first and live their diversity and inclusion values, embracing all perspectives.
What you will be doing:
* Apply the specific PDP of his/her PG/PL following CPM (CLEAN Project Management).
* In charge of the robust design in line with the economical targets. Applies Standardization rules; exceptionally will request de-standardizations based on sound justifications.
* Call for all necessary design reviews.
* Ensure that Design Reviews of other networks are happening in a timely manner (Purchase, Industrial).
* Represent the R&D function at the customer.
* Interface with the customer for the R&D subjects of the project, breaking down and cascading internally customer requests and needs.
* Report and escalate to his project manager or R&D manager as needed.
* Responsible for the detailed scheduling and budgeting.
* Contribute to the identification of the needs in terms of resources, equipment, and investments.
* Establish a detailed breakdown of the activities to meet the milestones.
* Follow activities and spending of his scope to meet his allowed budget.
* Management of the contributors.
* Daily management of all R&D contributors, dedicated or not.
* Assign to them the work packages needed.
* Regular review with his/her R&D manager or Product Manager and the Discipline Department Managers to check alignment between needs and availabilities.
What you need to apply:
* An Engineering Degree in a relevant area.
* Minimum 5 years of experience in a Project/Product Management role.
* Experience in any or all Mechanical, hardware & software design/technology would be advantageous.
* Knowledge of engineering drawings & drawing control is desirable but not essential.
* Technical background in Mechanical or Hardware.
* Good knowledge of design validation (DV) & process validation (PV) programs.
* Experience in the automotive industry will be an advantage.
* Manage communication/reporting with customers.
* Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
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