R&D Project Manager - IoT & Grid Monitoring Solutions (f/m/d)
The opportunity
Help shape the future of sustainable energy! High-Voltage circuit breakers are crucial for safe control and operations of our electricity grids. Monitoring high-voltage switchgear is vital for ensuring a stable and safe electricity supply. By detecting issues like insulation failures, overheating, or mechanical wear early, monitoring helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions, prevent outages, protects critical infrastructure, and extends equipment lifetime. As part of the monitoring R&D team in Germany, you make a valuable contribution to keeping power systems reliable and advancing the energy transition around the world.
How you'll make an impact
- Project manager for strategic projects with internal and external suppliers and partners
- Product introduction of new monitoring solutions in the power grids domain
- Work on the full scope of monitoring from sensor via embedded device to cloud integration
- Drive development of complex hardware-software-systems in an agile, motivated, cross-functional global team
- Maintain and expand all necessary skills to master complex R&D projects
- Foster alignment across diverse stakeholders through your structured, collaborative communication style
Your background
- Experience in project management in product R&D (agile: SCRUM; classic: Gate model)
- Practical experience in project execution and requirements engineering, including understanding of functional and non-functional requirements
- Experience with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and software engineering for embedded devices
- Practical experience in Azure DevOps or similar tools
- Very strong communication skills in English (C1) and at least basic German (B1)
- Willingness for occasional business travel (< 10%)
More about us
- Exciting and varied tasks driving the energy transition to the next level
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Flexible work hours, good work-life-balance
- Work remotely (up to 3 days a week)
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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