Digital R&D Manager (m/f/d) 80-100%

WinGD Ltd.; Winterthur; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sustainability impact

Dynamic environment

Global network

Non-hierarchical structure

In-house training

Diverse teams

Job summary

WinGD Ltd. in Winterthur, Switzerland, seeks an experienced R&D Project Manager to drive internal development projects within BU Digital Solutions.

You will translate product roadmaps into executable project plans and coordinate cross-functional teams from concept validation through release readiness. You will manage the periodic WiDE software release cycle, ensuring milestones, reliable delivery, and transparent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least five years of project management experience in technology, R&D, or product development environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cross-functional development or innovation projects and translate product roadmaps into executable plans.
• Practical experience with Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies; PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification is an advantage.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills, with experience using tools such as Jira or OnePlan.
• High proficiency in written and spoken English; German and additional languages are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Translate product roadmaps and priorities into structured project plans covering scope, timelines, dependencies, resources, and deliverables.
• Lead internal R&D and development projects from concept validation and prototyping through integration and deployment readiness.
• Plan and coordinate periodic WiDE software releases, including design and feature freezes, review cycles, readiness assessments, and release meetings.
• Align cross-functional stakeholders on priorities, scope, timelines, resource allocation, dependencies, and delivery commitments.
• Identify and manage technical, integration, resource, and schedule risks while ensuring appropriate validation, testing, and quality standards.
• Provide transparent status reporting, maintain project and release documentation, and track delivery performance against roadmap milestones and agreed KPIs.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile/Scrum

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Jira

OnePlan

Job description

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Powering transformation for a sustainable future

At WinGD and across the shipping industry we face unprecedented change as we strive to bring greater sustainability into our global business. As marine engine designers our responsibility in this is significant. A career with WinGD has an impact on shaping a better world for tomorrow.
As a leading developer of the two-stroke engines that power merchant shipping, our people drive innovative solutions for our customers on a global scale. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since its inception in 1893, WinGD continues the legacy of the Sulzer Corporation through innovation in design.
Our success in this ever evolving, competitive environment is based on the drive, innovation and collaboration of our diverse employee population, over 420 people worldwide, representing over 25 different nationalities. Come, be a part of this change.
WinGD is looking for a

Location: Winterthur

Job Startdate: as per agreement

We are looking for an experienced R&D Project Manager to drive internal development projects within BU Digital Solutions. In this role, you will translate product roadmaps into executable project plans and coordinate cross-functional teams from concept validation through release readiness. You will manage the periodic release cycle of our WiDE software, ensuring clear milestones, reliable delivery, and transparent communication. Working with Product Management, Solution Engineering & Support, Data Analytics, and other stakeholders, you will help turn innovative ideas into robust digital solutions.

Your Responsibilities

• Translate product roadmaps and priorities into structured project plans covering scope, timelines, dependencies, resources, and deliverables.
• Lead internal R&D and development projects from concept validation and prototyping through integration and deployment readiness.
• Plan and coordinate periodic WiDE software releases, including design and feature freezes, review cycles, readiness assessments, and release meetings.
• Align cross-functional stakeholders on priorities, scope, timelines, resource allocation, dependencies, and delivery commitments.
• Identify and manage technical, integration, resource, and schedule risks while ensuring appropriate validation, testing, and quality standards.
• Provide transparent status reporting, maintain project and release documentation, and track delivery performance against roadmap milestones and agreed KPIs.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least five years of project management experience in technology, R&D, or product development environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cross-functional development or innovation projects and translate product roadmaps into executable plans.
• Practical experience with Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies; PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification is an advantage.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills, with experience using tools such as Jira or OnePlan.
• High proficiency in written and spoken English; German and additional languages are beneficial.

Our offer

• An opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology which is shaping the future of the shipping industry
• A dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network
• Award winning and extraordinary products
• Multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking
• Dynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome
• In-house technology training and professional development opportunities