Group Design Platform Project Manager (m/f/d)

SGB-SMIT Group; Regensburg; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary & social benefits

Training & development opportunities

Pension plan and employee insurance

Health and fitness offers

Job summary

SGB-SMIT Group, a leading transformer manufacturer, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Platform Project Lead. You will drive the PLM/CAD ecosystem, capture and harmonize requirements from multiple sites, and translate them into actionable user stories for cross-functional teams. Expect international collaboration and a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in transformer design, solid PM experience, and strong CAD skills. Fluent English required; German a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum two years in the transformer industry, preferably mechanical transformer design.
• Proven project management experience, ideally in software development or engineering platform environments.
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies and their application in project execution.
• Understanding of transformer manufacturing processes, Stage-Gate methodologies, and project cost management.
• Strong proficiency with CAD systems (Solid Edge, Siemens NX, SolidWorks).
• Excellent English communication skills (C1); German helpful.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of the Group Engineering Platform strategy, including PLM and CAD systems.
• Gather, document, harmonize, and prioritize business requirements from Business Units and manufacturing sites.
• Translate engineering and business requirements into clear user stories and project deliverables.
• Lead cross-functional project teams of domain experts and software developers.
• Define and implement efficient processes, procedures, and technical solutions to meet objectives.
• Develop and manage project roadmaps, delivery plans, milestones, and timelines in alignment with stakeholders.
• Execute and maintain Stage-Gate project governance according to company standards.
• Manage Agile and Scrum-based projects, controlling scope, quality, resources, budget, and schedule.

Skills

Project management

Agile & Scrum

Stakeholder management

CAD software proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

Job description

Transform with us the future of energy

The SGB‑SMIT Group is an international transformer manufacturer with locations in Europe, Asia and America. With reliable transformer technology, the company actively supports the global energy transition in areas such as renewable energy, industry and urban energy infrastructure.

As a key link between power generation, transmission and distribution, SGB‑SMIT Group develops and manufactures power transformers, distribution transformers, cast‑resin transformers and custom solutions for data centers, industrial applications and e‑mobility. These products ensure efficient, stable and secure energy flows worldwide.

With more than 3,800 employees worldwide, the SGB‑SMIT Group stands for quality, innovation and sustainability and offers a stable environment to work on technologies that shape the energy systems of the future.

What sets the SGB-SMIT Group apart :

We combine the strength of an international technology company with an employee-oriented corporate culture:

• Meaningful work at the heart of the energy transition

• Short decision-making processes and direct cooperation

• Stable, growing company with long-term prospects

Your contribution counts – both professionally and personally.

Your benefits at SGB-SMIT Group:

• Stable, growing company with long-term prospects

• Attractive salary and social benefits

• Flexible working hours and hybrid working models

• 30+1 vacation days plus special leave

• Training and development opportunities

• Company pension plan and employee insurance

• Health and fitness offers (HanseFit)

• Company restaurant, free drinks, and e-charging parking spaces

• Bicycle and IT leasing

• Subsidy for Germany/RVV ticket

• Employee discounts via Benify

Your tasks:

• Support the execution of the Group Engineering Platform strategy, including PLM and CAD systems.

• Gather, document, harmonize, and prioritize business requirements from Business Units and manufacturing sites.

• Translate engineering and business requirements into clear user stories and project deliverables.

• Lead cross-functional project teams consisting of domain experts and software developers.

• Define and implement efficient processes, procedures, and technical solutions to achieve project objectives.

• Develop and manage project roadmaps, delivery plans, milestones, and timelines in alignment with stakeholders.

• Execute and maintain Stage-Gate project governance according to company standards.

• Manage Agile and Scrum-based projects, ensuring effective control of scope, quality, resources, budget, and schedule.

Your profile:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum of two years of experience in the transformer industry, preferably in mechanical transformer design.

• Proven project management experience, ideally within software development or engineering platform environments.

• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies and their application in project execution.

• Understanding of transformer manufacturing processes, Stage-Gate methodologies, and project cost management.

• Strong proficiency with CAD systems; experience with Solid Edge, Siemens NX, or SolidWorks is advantageous.

• Excellent English communication skills (C1 level or equivalent); German language skills are beneficial.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work independently in an international environment.

If you value a dynamic, growing, and intercultural environment and enjoy hands‑on work, then become part of the SGB‑SMIT Group - transform with us the future of energy

The terms used in this text refer to all genders in accordance with the General Equal Treatment Act (AGG).

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