R&D Project Manager

Location:

(28760) Spain

Salary:

Negotiable

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

microTECH Global Ltd

Job ID:

131931735

Posted On:

21 May 2025

ROLE: R&D Project Manager

LOCATION: Madrid, Spain

SALARY: Negotiable

DURATION: Permanent

Position Overview:

As the R&D Project Manager, you will play a key role in supporting our R&D team leaders in executing the development of our advanced optical transceiver ICs. Your mission is to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, aligning with company goals and the requirements of publicly funded grant programs.

Key Responsibilities:

-Develop and manage detailed project plans, ensuring clear documentation and tracking of project scope, milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
-Prepare and monitor R&D project budgets, ensuring accurate cost tracking.
-Compile annual summaries of R&D objectives and achievements.
-Collaborate closely with R&D team leaders and technical teams to align project execution with company strategy.
-Recommend adjustments to plans or resources to help meet project deadlines and targets.
-Generate regular reports on project status, progress, risks, and corrective actions.
-Maintain comprehensive and organized project documentation.
-Coordinate activities with KD’s assembly and test fab team for prototyping, qualification, and production phases.
-Serve as the technical lead for public grant projects, managing documentation, overseeing execution, and leading technical audits by external bodies.
-Support partnerships with external companies and potential customers, contributing to technical discussions, agreements, and Proof-of-Concept initiatives.
-Manage communications with suppliers, track progress, and identify new potential vendors.
-Assist R&D team leaders in establishing and maintaining relationships with universities and research institutions.
-Lead communication with patent attorneys, managing the administrative process for patent filings related to project outcomes.
-Oversee the execution of NDAs with external collaborators and vendors.

Required Qualifications:

-Degree in Telecommunications, Industrial, or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
-Minimum of 5 years’ experience in R&D project management, preferably in hardware/software development.
-Proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
-On-site presence required at our headquarters in Tres Cantos, Madrid (up to 10 hours of remote work per week permitted).

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