Innovation Program Manager

OP Mobility; Lublin; On-site; PLN 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-financing of private medical care

Life insurance with capital fund

Subsidized sports cards

Language courses support

Meal subsidies

Extra paid day off in birthday month

Free on-site parking

Job summary

OPmobility seeks an experienced leader to drive innovation and product development projects from concept to production readiness. You will coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Industrialization, Purchasing, and Quality to ensure timely delivery in a fast-paced, international setting.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 10+ years in R&D or project management, strong planning and stakeholder management, and willingness to travel 20-30%.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in R&D, Product Development, Engineering, or Project Management.
• Proven experience leading complex technical projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage priorities, timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Good understanding of product development, manufacturing processes, and automotive technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovation and product development projects from concept to production readiness.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Industrialization, Purchasing, and Quality, to ensure successful project delivery.
• Drive project planning, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Support the development and deployment of new technologies and products aligned with the company innovation roadmap.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Benchmarking competitors, industry trends, and regulatory requirements to support continuous improvement and ensure compliance.
• Present project status, key milestones, and recommendations to management.
• Support business development activities by providing technical expertise and market insights.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Automotive technologies

Job description

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Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovation and product development projects from concept to production readiness.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Industrialization, Purchasing, and Quality, to ensure successful project delivery.
• Drive project planning, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Support the development and deployment of new technologies and products aligned with the company innovation roadmap.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Benchmarking competitors, industry trends, and regulatory requirements to support continuous improvement and ensure compliance.
• Present project status, key milestones, and recommendations to management.
• Support business development activities by providing technical expertise and market insights.

Profile

• Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in R&D, Product Development, Engineering, or Project Management.
• Proven experience leading complex technical projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage priorities, timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Good understanding of product development, manufacturing processes, and automotive technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to translate ideas into practical solutions.
• Comfortable working in an international and fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20-30%.
• Co-financing of private medical care and life insurance with a capital fund.
• Subsidized sports cards.
• Support for language courses and meal subsidies.
• Extra paid day off in your birthday month.
• Free on-site parking.

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.

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