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As an R&D Engineer you will be responsible for leading global and cross-functional project/s with limited complexity and/or sub-project of a complex project as responsible for all elements of the projects, motivating and leading internal and/or external resources to accomplish all tasks and milestones, for Robotics & Discrete Automation Business Area in Shanghai, China.

Reporting to the R&D Team Manager, you will ensure project follows sound methodology and execution practices in accordance with standard ABB internal directives and procedures, ensuring projects follow external standards etc. that influence activities and targets.

Your responsibilities

• Leading global and cross-functional project/s with limited complexity and/or sub-project of a complex project as responsible for all elements of the projects, motivating and leading internal and/or external resources to accomplish all tasks and milestones
• Managing the project team allocated to the project, defining, with key stakeholders, the scope of work, cost/budget, resources required, time schedule and detailed work allocation, monitoring and controlling project cost and financials
• Formalizing acceptance of the project and bringing all the project elements to a conclusion, ensuring project results are transferred to relevant line organization or department responsible and capturing lessons learned
• Ensuring project follows sound methodology and execution practices in accordance with standard ABB internal directives and procedures, ensuring projects follow external standards etc. that influence activities and targets
• Identifying, containing and reducing risk, ensuring appropriate handling of change requests, ensuring transparency around unforeseen results/events and identified risks and making sure that they are properly prioritized, managed and communicated
• Serving as the key contact for the project stakeholders, effectively communicating appropriate information to stakeholders in a timely manner and to achieve desired understanding and support
• Managing relationships with stakeholders, internal functions, other R&D teams in Technology Center and/or Corporate Research Centers and external relevant parties (e.g. customers, academia)

Your background

• A Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field and minimum 3 years project management related experience in R&D or product development, or a combination of education and experience
• Strong communication skill, highly responsible, self-motivated and autonomous at work
• Good teamwork spirit and willing to contribute to the team’s success, capable of managing changes and multi-tasks during the development phase
• High level of customer focus and leadership skills, allowing you to steer projects to success
• Must be ready to welcome challenges, to take the initiative, and to identify and seize opportunities. Focus on enhancing your working environment in line with the strategy of your business area
• Results-oriented and assertive mindset with advanced analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skill in English