Overview
You will join a 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 skills
* People 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 interventions
* Teamwork and emotional intelligence
* Good self-management – continuous performance is both an objective and a mind-set
* Has an innovative approach – a bold thinker and doer, matching creativity with vigilance
* High 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 similar
* Experience in dealing with customers with the ability to interpret customer requests with clear communication.
* Fluent in English with a clear and confident communication ability
* Extensive experience in planning of projects & use of planning tools such as MS project
* Knowledge of engineering drawings & drawing control is desirable but not essential
Benefits
* We offer a competitive salary and a substantial benefits package.
* A collaborative working environment where we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and peers through good times and challenges.
* The opportunity to expand your skills and take part in inspiring projects.
* Access to our Expleo Academy, which delivers a suite of accredited training courses.
* Competitive company benefits including medical and dental insurance, pension, life assurance, employee wellbeing programme, sports and social events, birthday hampers and much more.
* 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.