Master’s Thesis in Engineering Project Management – Bridging Technical Execution & Business Strategy

Smartex; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 6,700 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work

Meal allowance

Snack and coffee

Pet friendly environment

Job summary

Smartex in Porto, Portugal, seeks two Master’s Thesis students in Industrial Engineering and Management to join its Engineering team as embedded Engineering Project Managers, supporting Hardware or Software and aligning technical execution with business priorities.

You will gain hands-on experience managing complex projects in a fast-growing deep-tech company, participate in technical meetings, and help build Industry 4.0 solutions while enjoying hybrid work and meal allowances.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s in Industrial Engineering and Management.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in project management and engineering operations.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day coordination of Hardware or Software Engineering teams as an embedded Engineering Project Manager.
• Assist in planning, tracking, and prioritising engineering activities to meet milestones.
• Participate in technical meetings, capture actions, monitor progress, and escalate blockers as needed.
• Help improve communication and alignment between engineering teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Develop and implement project management processes, documentation, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Define and monitor project performance metrics to evaluate delivery efficiency.
• Contribute to the design and validation of a tailored Engineering Project Management framework.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

English communication

Education

Master's in Industrial Engineering and Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Master’s Thesis in Engineering Project Management – Bridging Technical Execution & Business Strategy

Porto , Portugal

What we're lookingfor

We are looking for two highly motivated Master’s Thesis students in Industrial Engineering and Management to join Smartex’s Engineering team. As embedded Engineering Project Managers, you will support either our Hardware or Software team, helping coordinate product development, align technical execution with business priorities, and improve cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced engineering environment. Working closely with technical leads and multidisciplinary teams, you will gain hands-on experience in managing complex engineering projects while contributing to the development of cutting-edge Industry 4.0 solutions. This position is ideal for someone passionate about project management, engineering, and working in a fast-growing deep-tech company.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to‑to‑coordination of either the Hardware or Software Engineering team as an embedded Engineering Project Manager.
• Assist in planning, tracking, and prioritising engineering activities, ensuring project milestones and deliverables are met.
• Participate in technical meetings, capture action items, monitor progress, and proactively escalate blockers.
• Help improve communication and alignment between engineering teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Develop and implement project management processes, documentation, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Define and monitor project performance metrics to evaluate delivery efficiency and team coordination.
• Contribute to the design and validation of an Engineering Project Management framework tailored to a fast-growing deep‑tech environment.

Skills & Experience

• Currently enrolled in a Master's in Industrial Engineering and Management or a related engineering field.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Interest in project management, product development, and engineering operations.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Proactive mindset with strong attention to detail and ownership.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deep‑tech environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with technical and business stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Opportunity to learn in a dynamic and fast‑paced work environment

Receive meal allowance for internship‑related meal expenses

Freedom & Autonomy

Freedom to provide and execute new ideas out of the scope

Launch your Career

Kick‑start your careers with us, gaining valuable skills & experience

Diverse and Talented Team

Work with an inspiring, multicultural, and talented team

Impact on the World

Contribute to making a significant impact and shaping the future of the industry

Hybrid Work

Flexibility to work both remotely and at the office

Enjoy a range of office perks, including snacks, coffee, and other amenities

Pet Friendly

Bring your furry friend to work and enjoy a pet‑friendly environment