R&D Project Manager (Automotive) We are hiring a Technical Project Manager on a 6-12 month contract within the automotive leading an experienced Research and Development (R&D) team through a multi-disciplinary New Product Development project.
About your new job as a R&D Project Manager Oversee and lead R&D product development programs, incorporating mechanical, electronic, and software elements.Serve as the primary technical liaison between R&D and customers, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.Work closely with functional leaders to maintain project timelines, manage R&D planning, and ensure milestone achievement.Identify, communicate, and mitigate project timeline risks.Collaborate with functional managers to establish and manage R&D budgets.Provide regular project updates to peers, colleagues, and senior management.Support cross-functional teams outside of R&D, including quality, process, and purchasing, to ensure smooth transition to production.What skills are required as a R&D Project Manager Strong client-facing communication skills.Proven leadership and people management capabilities, with experience in fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing, mentoring, and designing learning initiatives.Collaborative mindset with strong emotional intelligence.Excellent self-management skills, maintaining consistent high performance.Innovative and solution-oriented, combining creativity with thoroughness.Strong emphasis on transparency and open communication.Experience required for R&D Project Manager At least 5 years of project management experience in leading multidisciplinary teams within regulated industries such as automotive, medical devices, or similar fields.Skilled in managing customer relationships and translating customer needs into clear communication and action.
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