Project manager - R&D

This job will provide you with an opportunity to further your career alongside some of the best and most passionate technology experts from around the world in a leading company within the test, measurement and data analytics industry. You will be a strong contributor collaborating closely with colleagues from various business functions.

At HBK, we live up to our three values: Be True, Own It and Aim High. We believe in absolute integrity – it’s how we win for stakeholders, the environment and each other. We believe in teamwork and keeping our promises – to ourselves and others. Finally, we believe in being bold and positive. This is how we perform at our best and achieve greater success.

Job Description - Project Manager – Development Projects

We are looking for a Project Manager (m/f/d) for complex development projects containing hardware, embedded software, and software as soon as possible. We develop our products in different European locations and produce with internal and external partners worldwide. In this position, you will gain deep insights into the development and manufacturing of advanced data acquisition products.

Your Task

• Manage development projects combining hardware, embedded software, and software, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

• Execute projects within the SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) methodology, leveraging its principles for streamlined and efficient project delivery.

• Guide and align interfaces between R&D and operations to streamline industrialization processes.

• Coordinate and manage dependencies across internal teams, external suppliers, and other stakeholders.

• Provide planning insights and status updates to upper management, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making.

• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production (internal and external), and R&D to facilitate seamless product development and manufacturing transitions.

• Ensure efficient project execution, including production readiness and risk mitigation.

• Foster effective communication with all stakeholders to align project goals and deliverables.

Your Profile

• Completed technical or project management studies.

• Relevant professional experience managing complex projects, including hardware development and manufacturing.

• Fluent communication skills in English; German is an advantage.

• Familiarity with electromechanical products and industrialization processes

• Strong understanding of agile working methods, particularly SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework).

Personal Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and a responsible, analytical approach to work.

• Excellent communication and social skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

• Ability to independently plan and prioritize tasks.

• “Can do” mentality with a proactive attitude.

• Willingness to travel occasionally (once a quarter).

We Offer 

Freedom with responsibility is the framework for HBK’s employees. This allows for a good balance between work and family life and for constant development of professional and personal skills in an international and enjoyable working environment.

One company – HBK

On 1 January 2019, Brüel & Kjær and HBM merged their activities into a new company called HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær). With more than 3,500 employees worldwide and production facilities in Denmark, Germany, the UK, the USA, China and Portugal and presence in 80 countries, HBK is a leading player in the test and measurement area. For further info please visit www.hbkworld.com.

HBK is a division of Spectris plc, a UK-based productivity-enhancing instrumentation and controls company serving leading aerospace, automotive, medical, and other customers. Spectris plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.