Project Manager New Engines (m/f/d)

Location: Winterthur

Job Startdate: By agreement

Workload: 100%

Responsibilities:

• Technical and administrative project leadership in 2-stroke marine engine development from project definition and concept phase to basic-, detail design and commissioning to external and internal product handover;
• Planning and Scheduling: Develop a detailed project plan, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
• Coordination: Work with multiple teams, including engineering, design and local product centres to ensure all project deliverables are ready on time
• Testing and Validation: Oversee engine test planning to ensure the engine meets design specifications and safety standards
• Documentation: Maintain records of major project activities to ensure project can be audited against relevant standards
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve any problems that arise during project execution
• Communication: Keep all stakeholders informed about the progress and any issues that may impact the project timeline
• Risk Management: Identify, qualify, quantify and manage project risks, and ensure that all possible scenarios have been given relevant consideration

Requirements:

• University degree in (Mechanical) Engineering
• 2-3 years of fundamental experience in project management
• Minimum 3 years of 2- or 4-stroke diesel/otto engine development, preferably in the marine sector
• PMP (PMI) Project Management Professional) certificate or equivalent
• Good understanding of the engineering process for marine engine development
• Knowledge of the shipping industry and marine applications and regulations
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Passion for prototype development and results achievement
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic working environment and work within diverse teams with a pragmatic attitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and manage conflict resolution if needed
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English)

Our Offer:

• An opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology for the future of shipping industry
• A dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network
• Award winning and extraordinary products
• Multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking
• Dynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome
• In-house technology training and professional development opportunities

We kindly ask you to send us your complete application, including a CV, diplomas/certificates and a letter of reference.