Overview
You will join our high-performance team and act as a Technical Project Manager coordinating an experienced Research and Development (R&D) team in a multi-disciplinary New Product Development project.
Responsibilities
Lead R&D Product development programs with mechanical, electronic and software aspects.Coordinate & communicate with customers in a clear manner as the main technical interface between R&D and the customer.Liaise with functional leads to drive project timeline & ensure R&D planning is in place and project milestones are met.Ensure project timeline risks are understood, highlighted & mitigated.Liaise with functional managers to compile R&D budgets.Present project updates to peers, colleagues & management.Support other disciplines outside R&D, e.g. quality, process, purchasing, etc. in bringing the project to start of production.
Essential skills
Excellent client-facing skillsPeople management skills - introducing and building ways in which people can learn from each other, encouraging mentoring and the transfer of knowledge by designing and delivering learning interventionsTeam work and emotional intelligenceGood self-management – continuous performance is both an objective and a mind-setHas an innovative approach – a bold thinker and doer, matching creativity with vigilanceHigh value on openness and transparency
Experience
Minimum 5 years experience in project management of multidisciplinary teams in regulated environments such as automotive, medical devices or similarExperience in dealing with customers with the ability to interpret customer requests with clear communication.Fluent in English with a clear and confident communication abilityExtensive experience in planning of projects & use of planning tools such as MS projectDirect experience of managing design validation (DV) and/or process validation (PV) programsAn Engineering background would be advantageousKnowledge of engineering drawings & drawing control is desirable but not essential
Benefits
At Expleo, we are committed to providing a competitive salary and a substantial benefits offering with unique wellbeing, financial and employee recognition programmes.We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive culture and offer a variety of family friendly policies and enhanced leave to help our you achieve a healthy work life balance. By providing significant learning and development opportunities, we encourage individual growth and success throughout your career with us.Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and ours peers through good times and challengesWe empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training coursesCompetitive company benefits such as medical and dental insurance, pension, life assurance, employee wellbeing programme, sports and social events, birthday hampers and much more! Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and question the status quo. “We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”. At Expleo, we understand that many people experience impostor syndrome throughout their lifetime, please do not let this discourage you from applying for this role. Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes all CV’s and will consider your application in line with the values, requirements and role competencies.#LI-ND1