R&D Project Leader

Electrolux Group; Zabrze; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrolux Group in Zabrze is seeking an experienced R&D Project Leader to drive new product introductions and technology modules within the Generation Plan. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, ensure fit with platform structure, and support projects from concept to production approval.

We value strong project management, problem solving, and the ability to work across cultures in our global company. English proficiency is required for collaboration across international teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years as a Project Leader in R&D Product Development.
• English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage R&D projects, new platforms or subsystems.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver results.
• Support projects from definition to series production approval.
• Report in CP-meetings and steering meetings.
• Create investment requests when applicable.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional leadership

English proficiency

Stakeholder communication

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree

PMP certification

Job description

Share your ideas. Shape a better world. At Electrolux Group, our vision is to be the home appliance industry leader in consumer satisfaction by delivering outstanding lifetime experiences with solutions that always get better. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver more enjoyable and sustainable living.

Job Description

R&D Project Leader, Zabrze

Share your ideas. Shape a better world.

At Electrolux Group, our vision is to be the home appliance industry leader in consumer satisfaction by delivering outstanding lifetime experiences with solutions that always get better. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver more enjoyable and sustainable living.

Come, join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.

Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home!

Role Description

The R&D Project Leader is responsible for leading new project introduction or technology modules as directed by the Generation Plan. This role involves driving and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver project results, ensuring that new products/projects fit into the platform and subsystem structure, and supporting projects from definition to series production approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects in areas such as new platform or subsystem projects, new features and aesthetic design, cost reduction, quality improvement, and platform or subsystem standardization.
• Drive and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Support and drive projects from definition to series production approval.
• Report in CP-meetings/steering team meetings.
• Create investment requests when applicable.
• Ensure assured safety and quality standards are met.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong Project Management skills.
• Ability to support Technical Development and Product Industrialization Builds
• Good written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in numeracy, reporting, and presenting.
• Good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize projects and self-manage workload.
• Ability to work with and build relationships with people at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to work autonomously in a cross-functional matrix organization.
• Ability to create an efficient team environment and drive the team and project meetings.
• Fit in intercultural collaboration and adapt communication to different cultures.
• Results-oriented with a focus on innovation and intellectual property.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Engineering / equivalent industry experience
• Minimum of three years of experience as a Project Leader in R&D Product Development
• PMP certification is preferred.

Languages

• Proficiency in English.

As part of Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.