Head R&D Projects

Head R&D Projects (m/w/d)In this role, you take the global lead for New Product Development (NPD) projects at SCHURTER. You are responsible for the governance, execution and continuous improvement of our R&D landscape and lead a highly skilled team of R&D project leaders & engineers working on next-generation technologies and platforms for electrical components.Your ChallengesGlobal leadership of the NPD pipeline, framework and executionLine management and development of the R&D Projects team (~15 engineers)Project lead for complex, highly innovative NPD of next-generation productsCoaching and developing project leaders and cross-functional teamsSteering NPD performance (scope, time, cost, production cost)Continuous optimization of development landscape, interfaces and processesClose collaboration with Business Development, Product Management and OperationsOptional responsibility as PLM Process OwnerOptional role as Jira / Confluence Product OwnerYour QualificationsEngineering degree (TS/HF, FH/HTL, ETH or equivalent) in mechanical, electrical or comparable disciplineAdvanced technical or methodological trainingSeniority in engineering and/or product developmentProven leadership experienceStrong technical backgroundExcellent project management and analytical skillsStructured, solution-oriented mindset, TeamplayerStrong communication skills in German & EnglishOur OfferA key leadership role with global impact and visibilityfreedom and opportunity to play an active role in shaping the future in a dynamic environmentHigh degree of responsibility and autonomyCutting-edge technologies and innovative development projectsStrong cross-functional collaboration within a close-knit teamSCHURTER is a globally active Swiss Technology company with over 1,800 employees. We develop and manufacture electronic components for markets with the highest quality requirements - including aerospace, renewable energy, industry, and automotive.Shape the Future of Fuse Technology with us in a Global Environment! We look forward to receiving your application (CV, certificates and salary expectations) to Maria José Piantoni, Global HR Business Partner. jid3dfe26epn jit0208pn jiy26pn