This role manages R&D development projects of mechanical and electro-mechanical hand tool in the field of mission critical connecting applications. The role holder is responsible for driving global product development projects based on innovative technologies and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes. This is an end-to-end responsibility from conceptualization to product launch with the task to fulfill ambitious time-to-market, quality and cost deliverables. The role demands a high degree of competence and confidence in global stakeholder management with the ultimate goal to deliver maximum business success. Essential Functions • Project management from idea to series production, incl. contribution to product and process development activities, while meeting quality, cost and time (QCT) deliverables • Responsible for deliverables of all relevant project work packages. Plans, tracks and reports project progress • Leads cross-functional project team, drives proactive stakeholder management • Liaises with Application Management for the overall project accountability • Prepares, leads and documents team, project and technical meetings • Analyses market and technical requirements and plans relevant activities • Defines and tracks measurable criteria for product and process realization • Initiates feasibility studies to evaluate possible concepts, including risk analysis regarding project fulfillment • Directly supervises the manufacturing process of sample parts and consolidates results from basic and functional tests up to series release • Oversees overall risk management, incl. design and process FMEA's • Drives Design-for-Six-Sigma deliverables, incl. design robustness (e.g. FEA) and reliability (e.g. R&R) activities • Develops and maintains contacts with strategic customers and partners (e.g. universities) • Further tasks as instructed by global Head R&D Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, Abilities • Proven drive (energy, determination, motivation) and a can-do mentality • Excellent project management skills with relevant experience in new product development and industrialization • Strong leadership and communication skills paired with innovative thinking • Precise working style with a high commitment to quality • Proven analytical and engineering expertise (Design for Six Sigma, Finite Element Analysis) • Excellent understanding of broader business environment and application of business relevant intelligence during project execution • Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate and negotiate effectively across all levels and all functions of the organization • Team player valuing people, fair, high integrity, emotionally mature with a high degree of intellectual curiosity Experience & Qualification • 5+ years experience as Project Manager, or equivalent role, preferably in automotive or a global OEM environment • Higher degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering (BSc, MSc) combined with relevant work experience • Experienced in 3D-CAD software, preferably in SolidWorks • Experienced in the development of electro-mechanical products • Experienced in Quality Systems such as IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 • Outstanding oral and written communication and presentation skills in English Additional Information The incumbent will be part of the global R&D team, contributing to global projects and activities. Global travel is required (approx 5%).