Project Manager (m/f/d)

Voltaira Group; Reutlingen; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training and development

Structured induction program

Attractive remuneration package

Job summary

One Mobility GmbH in Germany seeks a Project Manager (m/f/d) for the Product Life-cycle Management (PLM) function. You will lead cross-functional teams to define scope, plan, and execute projects in the automotive sector.

The role requires strong project management skills, 5+ years in automotive, proficiency in English and German, willingness to travel 20-30%, and IPMA/PMP or similar certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive industry.
• 3+ years of experience in Project Management.
• Experience with APQP, IATF16949, PPAP, FMEA and project planning tools.
• Fluent in English and German.
• Willingness to travel 20-30%

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, constraints, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate required project resources, including personnel, equipment, tooling, materials, and budget.
• Establish project governance structure and execution strategy.
• Lead Project Core Team and cross-functional collaboration.
• Track progress against plans and manage risks, issues, and changes.
• Support prototype, validation, industrialization, and launch activities.

Skills

Project management

Automotive industry experience

New product launches

English and German proficiency

Leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

PPAP knowledge

IATF16949 knowledge

IPMA/PMP certification knowledge

Job description

Join us in driving connectivity forward!

At One Mobility Group, we bridge worlds-combining nearly a century of German automotive engineering precision with the innovation power of the globe's largest electronics and ICT manufacturer. This unique positioning makes us the strategic partner for end-to-end mobility solutions-from initial concept design to large-scale manufacturing. Our comprehensive portfolio spans the full spectrum of electrified mobility, including power distribution systems, high- and low-voltage modules, safety components, and advanced charging solutions. We specialize in integration expertise that seamlessly connects data, power, and sensing - redefining what's possible in intelligent, connected mobility.

At One Mobility, you will join a vibrant international team of 10,500 people, working together in 17 countries across Europe, Asia, North America, the Middle East, and Africa. Step into a culture where inclusivity is the foundation, where your ideas are trusted and supported, your passions are nurtured, and the spirit of collaboration is encouraged.

We move fast, think differently, and empower our people to deliver breakthrough solutions.

We are looking for

Project Manager (m/f/d)

in Product Life-cycle Management (PLM) Function

at one of our locations inEMEA region - Germany (Reutlingen)

Your tasks:

1. Project Planning

• Define project scope, objectives, assumptions, constraints, and deliverables in alignment with customer and organizational requirements.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Estimate and coordinate required project resources, including personnel, equipment, tooling, materials, and budget.
• Establish project governance structure and project execution strategy.
• Create and maintain the overall Project Plan, ensuring alignment with Quality, Cost, Timing (QCT), and profitability targets.
• Coordinate project kick-off activities and ensure alignment among all stakeholders.

2. Project Execution and Coordination

• Lead and steer the Project Core Team, including:
  • Application Engineering
  • Purchasing
  • Account Management
  • Launch Management
  • Project Quality
  • Project Logistics
  • Project Controlling
• Ensure execution of all project activities according to established plans and milestones.
• Coordinate project-related activities with customers, suppliers, and internal functions.
• Drive completion of project deliverables through cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage Engineering Changes and Engineering Change Notices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure proper communication and alignment between customer requirements and internal execution teams.
• Support prototype, validation, industrialization, and launch activities.

3. Monitoring and Control

• Track project progress against approved plans, schedules, budgets, and milestones.
• Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to Quality, Cost, Timing, Scope, and Customer Satisfaction.
• Control project budgets, investments, development costs, tooling expenditures, and launch expenses.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities.
• Develop mitigation and recovery plans to address project deviations.
• Maintain project action item lists, risk registers, and issue logs.
• Provide periodic project status reports to customers, management, and project stakeholders.
• Escalate critical risks, issues, and schedule impacts as required.

4. Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary customer interface throughout project execution.
• Communicate project status, milestones, risks, recovery plans, and achievements to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment and accountability within the Project Core Team.
• Lead project review meetings, milestone reviews, and governance meetings.
• Facilitate decision-making and resolution of project conflicts.
• Escalate critical project concerns to management when project objectives are at risk.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

5. Project Closure

• Validate completion of all contractual, technical, quality, and commercial deliverables.
• Ensure successful completion of PPAP submissions, customer approvals, and launch requirements.
• Coordinate project handover to operations and serial production teams.
• Verify achievement of project profitability objectives and identify improvement opportunities.
• Document and communicate Lessons Learned for future project applications.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
• Complete project closure documentation and obtain required approvals.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering), Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in automotive industry
• 3+ years of experience in Project Management
  • 3+ years of experience in new product launches
  • Knowledge of APQP, IATF16949, PPAP, FMEA, project planning tools (e.g. MS Project)
  • Good command of English AND German
  • Experience in projects with automotive OEM customers
  • IPMA Level D (or higher) or PMP (or higher) certification is preferred
  • Willingness to travel (20-30%)

  Our offer:

  • A permanent, full-time position
  • A mixed team of fresh talent and long-standing employees
  • Extensive training and development opportunities
  • A structured induction program
  • An attractive remuneration package

  One Mobility GmbH

  Contact person: Zsófia Angyal, Global Recruiting Coordinator

  email: [e-mail]