R&D Project Manager (f/m/d) 80-100% — ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Schaffhausen
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 8 days ago
Role overview
At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: R&D Manager Critical Power Your Role and
- At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
- You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
- In this role, you will develop and design products, systems, and technologies by leading and managing one or more R&D projects to achieve project objectives.
- You will coordinate the work of local and cross-functional project teams and provide leadership in collaboration with local managers, steering committees, product management, and external partners to ensure value creation. Work model: On-site Your key responsibilities
- for the Role
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Main responsibilities
- In this role, you will develop and design products, systems, and technologies by leading and managing one or more R&D projects to achieve project objectives.
- You will coordinate the work of local and cross-functional project teams and provide leadership in collaboration with local managers, steering committees, product management, and external partners to ensure value creation. Work model: On-site Your key responsibilities
- Execution Management: Monitor project milestones, track costs, and manage changes and claims in accordance with defined processes.
- Risk & Quality Management: Identify and mitigate risks, oversee prototyping activities, and ensure on-time project delivery.
- Stakeholder Management: Foster effective communication across project teams and maintain strong relationships with internal functions, R&D teams, customers, and external partners.
- Reporting: Prepare comprehensive project reports and monitor financial performance.
- You will be part of an international team at our Technology Center and collaborate with global research centers and external stakeholders.
Key requirements
- for the Role
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, combined with experience as a development engineer.
Application process
- Project Leadership: Plan, organize, and lead projects; assign tasks; motivate cross-functional teams; and apply project management methodologies and decision-making processes.
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies with a proven track record of successful application.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English.
- Comprehensive technical expertise in the development of low-voltage products, including mechanical and electrical systems, product design, and assembly processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project), with experience in CAD software such as SolidWorks considered an advantage.
- Self-driven, quick to learn, solution-oriented, and experienced in collaborating with global suppliers, engineering teams, and manufacturing locations. About Us
- ABB Smart Buildings is transforming commercial, industrial, and residential buildings through digitalization, delivering greater comfort, efficiency, safety, and security.
- With secure, intelligent, and sustainable electrification solutions, services, and products, we are helping improve quality of life in the buildings of the future.
Additional details
- Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: R&D Manager Critical Power
- You will coordinate the work of local and cross-functional project teams and provide leadership in collaboration with local managers, steering committees, product management, and external partners to ensure value creation. Work model: On-site Your key responsibilities Qualifications for the Role
- Self-driven, quick to learn, solution-oriented, and experienced in collaborating with global suppliers, engineering teams, and manufacturing locations.
- Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Notes and original content
- Join us and help run what runs the world.
- This position reports to:
- R&D Manager Critical Power
- Your Role and
- Responsibilities
- You will coordinate the work of local and cross-functional project teams and provide leadership in collaboration with local managers, steering committees, product management, and external partners to ensure value creation.
- Work model: On-site
- Your key responsibilities
- Qualifications for the Role
Questions about this listing
What salary does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) lists CHF 92'000 - 156'500 gross per year for this position in Schaffhausen. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Schaffhausen?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Schaffhausen can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Schaffhausen's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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