R&D Project Manager Lodi

R&D Project Manager
Lodi
Lombardia, Lodi

Description Within the High Voltage Products Business Unit (BU), the Technology Center (TC) Italy is responsible – as part of a global R&D organization – for the development and optimization of products such as Metal-Enclosed Circuit Breakers, Hybrid Switchgear, and Instrument Transformers. As R&D Project Manager, you will be part of TC Italy, located in Lodi. Reporting to the R&D Team Manager, you will develop new eco-efficient or enhanced products by leading and managing the execution of one or more projects. You will leverage your skills to coordinate work of local/international and cross-functional project team/s, lead in partnership with local business managers, steering groups, product management and external parties. Your responsibilities Lead all the stages of new product development and implementation, ensuring appropriate handling of change requests and meeting the specified targets in terms of product cost, project cost and time-to-market. Effectively coordinate international and cross-functional teams, managing collaboration with stakeholders, internal functions, other Technology and/or Research Centers and relevant external parties. Deliver the required functionalities with focus on safety, quality and cost aspects, ensure project results are transferred to relevant line organization or department responsible. Capture lessons learned. Follow sound methodology and project execution practices in accordance with standard internal directives and procedures. Ensure projects follow external technical and quality standards. Identify, contain and reduce risks, ensuring transparency around unforeseen results/events. Support with technical analyses if necessary. Serve as the key contact for the project stakeholders. Effectively communicate appropriate information to stakeholders in a timely manner to achieve desired understanding and support. Build up your own relevant professional network to support ongoing activities. Your background Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering or similar At least 2-year experience in technical project management in the industrial field, with preference to the electromechanical industry Knowledge and experience of structured product development processes Excellent knowledge of MS Office suite Excellent documentation, presentation and communication skills Strong attitude to coordinate international and cross-functional teams Fluent in English and Italian Knowledge of CAD and FEM software is a plus Knowledge of PLM and ERP systems is a plus J-18808-Ljbffr