R&D Project Manager

As an R&D Project Manager, you will support our team leaders in developing the family of optical multi-gigabit automotive transceivers, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget, in line with company goals and public grant requirements (dissemination, IP, etc.).

Responsibilities include :

• Developing comprehensive project plans and facilitating follow-up on scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Creating and maintaining detailed project documentation, including spreadsheets, diagrams, and process maps.
• Managing project budgets, planning, scheduling, and tracking deliverables.
• Managing changes to scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Monitoring and reporting project status and progress.
• Presenting regular progress reports, identifying problems, and proposing solutions.
• Implementing and managing changes to achieve project goals in collaboration with team leaders.
• Working closely with various R&D teams and coordinating with assembly fabs during prototype, qualification, and production phases.
• Preparing and presenting documentation for external audits related to project validation.
• Establishing and maintaining collaborations with universities and research centers.
• Coordinating Master and PhD students with R&D teams on technical aspects.
• Ensuring dissemination of R&D activities through conferences, symposia, and publications.
• Managing agreements with collaborators such as partner companies, universities, and research centers.
• Communicating with patent attorneys regarding patent-related administrative work.

Requirements :

• Degree in Industrial, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proven experience of over 15 years in SW / HW development project management.
• Ability to analyze requirements and ensure project scope is met.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Skills :

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of version control and issue tracking software is advantageous.
• Continuous pursuit of technical excellence.
• Passion for learning from experience.
• Critical and constructive attitude.
• Responsibility acceptance and ensuring product quality.

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