Lab Automation Engineer (m/f/d) — Coopers Group AG

The role involves planning, budgeting, risk management, timelines, resources, KPIs, and stakeholder communication , while coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring projects stay on track. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a technical or natural science field , a background in Biochemistry/Chemistry , and 3–5 years of project management experience , including both Waterfall and Agile/SAFe methodologies , with strong MS Office/Google Suite and project management software skills. Location: Rotkreuz Duration: 1 year/possible extension Tasks & Responsibilities: Main tasks: • Sets up & implements project/program/product structures for product development & product care activities including communication management, timelines, resource and budget plans, progress, and cost control. Creates, coordinates, and maintains integrated project plans including dependencies, resources, and budgets allowing the teams to work efficiently and effectively. Accountable for quality implementation in projects in the following areas: Project risk management; Critical path analysis; Scenario creation and analysis; Budget; and robust planning. • Consistently executes project management processes including guiding and managing preparation for milestone reviews, capacity reviews (cQCR, SCR & fQCR), etc., as applicable & may lead improvement initiatives. Follows best practices in project/product teams and fosters continuous improvement by sharing best practices and knowledge among peers. • Selects project methodology and applies agile methods as appropriate, including coaching and guiding teams in project methodology including agile practices (with Project/Program Leads or PMC management if appropriate). Can work in a hybrid Agile role combining Agile methods (usually within the project/product team) with non-Agile techniques (usually needed with partners and some functions). • Manages meetings and may manage knowledge sharing between project/product teams and sub-chapters to