Head R&D Projects (m/w/d)

In this role, you take the global lead for New Product Development (NPD) projects at SCHURTER. You are responsible for the governance, execution and continuous improvement of our R&D landscape and lead a highly skilled team of R&D project leaders & engineers working on next-generation technologies and platforms for electrical components.

• Global leadership of the NPD pipeline, framework and execution
• Line management and development of the R&D Projects team (~15 engineers)
• Project lead for complex, highly innovative NPD of next-generation products
• Coaching and developing project leaders and cross-functional teams
• Steering NPD performance (scope, time, cost, production cost)
• Continuous optimization of development landscape, interfaces and processes
• Close collaboration with Business Development, Product Management and Operations
• Optional responsibility as PLM Process Owner
• Optional role as Jira / Confluence Product Owner

• Engineering degree (TS/HF, FH/HTL, ETH or equivalent) in mechanical, electrical or comparable discipline
• Advanced technical or methodological training
• Seniority in engineering and/or product development
• Proven leadership experience
• Strong technical background
• Excellent project management and analytical skills
• Structured, solution-oriented mindset, Teamplayer
• Strong communication skills in German & English

• A key leadership role with global impact and visibility
• freedom and opportunity to play an active role in shaping the future in a dynamic environment
• High degree of responsibility and autonomy
• Cutting-edge technologies and innovative development projects
• Strong cross-functional collaboration within a close-knit team

SCHURTER is a globally active Swiss Technology company with over 1,800 employees. We develop and manufacture electronic components for markets with the highest quality requirements - including aerospace, renewable energy, industry, and automotive.

Shape the Future of Fuse Technology with us in a Global Environment! We look forward to receiving your application (CV, certificates and salary expectations) to Maria José Piantoni, Global HR Business Partner R&D.

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