project manager

NDT Global is the leading provider of ultra-high-tech diagnostic inspection solutions, advanced data analysis and integrity assessment services for ensuring the safety and longevity of energy-sector infrastructure assets. Recognized as the forerunner in ultrasonic inspection technologies comprising Pulse Echo, Pitch-and-Catch and Phased Array, as well as Acoustic Resonance (ART Scan) methodologies, the company also deploys a range of non-ultrasonic technologies, such as Inertial Measurement Units, with more under development. NDT Global strategically applies its inspection technologies to detect, diagnose and model various types of threat—circumferential or axial cracks, metal loss, geometry, mapping, and more—across diverse classes of assets. By providing predictive, decision-ready insights driven by the world's most accurate data, NDT Global enables the conditions for asset owners to optimize infrastructure health and drive operational efficiencies while reducing risk and minimizing their carbon footprint.

PROJECT MANAGER (R&D)

Purpose

The project manager's goal is to drive forward medium-sized projects in a mechatronic product development environment for internal and external customer projects in order to achieve project milestones on time, with good quality, and within budget.

Responsibilities

Plans projects, including structure plans, task descriptions, and resource allocation in close cooperation with the department managers

Evaluates time, costs and project risks. Prepares project requests for approval and organizes the successful project launch

Manages and controls projects, including the provision of project forecast and regular reports

Closes out projects, including handover to finance, operations and the customer, including complete documentation

Communicates with internal and external customers and promotes interdisciplinary exchange and communication

Coordinates cross-functional teams, mediates between various conflicting goals, and escalates appropriately when necessary

Guides the project team and its individual members through the various project phases with their different approaches (concept evaluation, design implementation, assembly and verification, transfer to operational use)

Ensures that project obstacles are removed and appropriate and accepted decisions are made

Requirements & Qualifications

An associated degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.

Several years of professional experience as a developer in the field of mechatronic products including electronics, firmware and sensor technologies is required

Experience in Project Management in the field of R&D is required; ideally around 3 years, but we're also open to strong candidates with less experience

Mastery of project management methods (e.g., project plans, open point lists, risk assessments/FMEA, qualification planning, V-model, agile methods, etc.). Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is an advantage

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Confident use of ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and professional Project Management Software (e.g., MS-Project)

Skillset

Strong project planning and execution skills (structuring plans, task descriptions, resource allocation, time management)

Familiarity with technical concepts and typical problems in the electrical and mechanical fields

Strong understanding of business processes, including those beyond development processes

Ability and enthusiasm for coordinating and motivating interdisciplinary project teams

Strong stakeholder management and customer-oriented communication

Strong communication and networking skills and a passion for product development

Enjoyment of working with different cultures and willingness to travel occasionally on business

Benefits

Great long-term career prospects and development opportunities

Challenging tasks in innovative and diverse teams

Attractive compensation system

Flexible working environment