Senior Project Engineer

ThermoFisher Scientific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Singapore is seeking a Project Manager specializing in New Product Introduction (NPI). The role involves coordinating between R&D and Operations, leading project planning sessions, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Engineering, PMP certification, and 3-4 years of relevant project management experience, along with strong skills in lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in project management and new product introduction.
• Experience with lean/Six Sigma in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning sessions for new product introduction.
• Coordinate project operational readiness with relevant teams.
• Conduct project assessments and feasibility studies.

Skills

Project management

Lean/Six Sigma

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Honors) in Engineering

PMP certified

Tools

MS Project

SAP

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office

Job Description

Responsibilities and Authorities

Responsible for the delivery success of New Product Introduction (NPI) from development to manufacturing. Interface between R&D and Operations (Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain) to ensure smooth transition from development to manufacturing through creating and maintaining project schedules and tracking of actions to ensure on-schedule product launches.

Major Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PMO, R&D, and Operations (Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain) to develop a viable project plan to support new product introduction activities and transition to mass production.

• Lead / Participate in Project Core Team meetings or Extended Team meetings to plan and implement project plans. Organize project meetings and compile project status report to ensure on-schedule product launches.

• Coordinate/ Support project operational readiness with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and Manufacturing for pilot development build, trial manufacturing build and initial mass production. Conduct readiness reviews, post build reviews and compile reports.

• Lead/Support newproduct process creation,optimizeexistingprocess andimplementtechnicalbreakthrough activitiesthroughlean/SixSigma methodologytoreducemanufacturingcostsand/or enhance manufacturing efficiency.

• Work with PMO and R&D to develop initial product cost estimate and monitor cost through the development phase against cost targets. Participate in cost reductions where possible.

• Conduct project assessment with investment, resource and feasibility studies to help with business decisions in manufacturing strategy.

• Lead project planning sessions to define project schedule, and kaizen events for issue resolution and problem solving.

• Adopt PPI methodology as part of project management and contribute ideas for process improvement.

• Maintain and ensure systems and procedures are in compliance to the Organization's Quality standards and Regulatory requirements.

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree (Honors) in Engineering

PMP certified (preferable)

Experiences

• Relevant experience in leading projects in new product introduction,

product transfer and operations value streaming within manufacturing

operations environment. Excellent project management, communication

and a dynamic great teammate. Ability to manage numerous projects and

interface effectively with team members (3-4 years).

• Experience with lean/ Six Sigma experience in an industrial environment.

lead or a key player in implementing lean/ Six Sigma projects (1-2 years).

Competencies Preferred

• Strong NPI and Project management skills.

• Ability to motivate and coach project team members.

• Abilityto connect with alllevels,acrossfunctionsandcrosscultural.

• ProficientinMSProjectandSAP.

• Good understanding of ISO requirements.

• Planning and organizing skills.

• Lean/ Six Sigma and problem-solvingskills.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.