R&D Project Manager

ABB • Bartlesville, OK

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for the introduction of new products (NPI) into the market domain, specifically Gas Chromatographs. Lead and support local and cross-functional project teams, including associate R&D project managers, in projects with limited complexity and / or sub-projects of a complex project. Create and coordinate cross-functional plans that involve Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, and Supply Chain teams. Accountable for the end-to-end planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of assigned project(s). Engage stakeholders in defining value and integrates feedback into activities. Monitor and control progress, cost/financials, and quality. Utilize the appropriate metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to provide early detection of project deviations and facilitate data-driven decision-making and transparency. Ensure that changes, risks, and issues are properly assessed, managed, and communicated. Design and develop mechanical, hardware, and software solutions required for product realization. Serve as the key contact and escalation point for project stakeholders. Ensure projects follow sound methodology and execution practices, aligned with desired development model (e.g., predictive/waterfall, iterative/agile, hybrid) and in accordance with applicable ABB internal directives and procedures as well as external standards, etc., that influence activities and targets. Participate and encourage participation of R&D Associate Project Managers in Communities of Practice.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and 6 years of experience working in project or program management.
• Must have 6 years of experience in Planning, coordinating, and managing complex projects with cross functional teams.
• Must have 6 years of experience Working with multiple releases and projects for multiple products and in coordination with other Program Managers.
• Must have 6 years of experience Developing detailed project plans consisting of the following: detailed schedules, budget, risk, risk mitigation, and staffing allocation and planning.
• Must have 6 years of experience Coordinating with teams using the agile development methodology.
• Must have 6 years of experience Taking embedded products from concept through to production.
• Must have 6 years of experience Establishing or optimizing product development, innovation strategy, or technology commercialization.
• Must have 6 years of experience Directing projects through New Product Introductions and Stage Gate model.
• Must have 6 years of experience Coordinating software, hardware, and mechanical projects and planning with task allocation and monitoring.
• Must have 6 years of experience Communicating program status, roadmaps, and technical insights to stakeholders.
• Must have 6 years of experience Driving continuous improvement in program execution and delivery.
• Must have 6 years of experience Providing technical leadership and guidance across engineering disciplines.
• Must have 6 years of experience Driving teams towards Quality activities for multi-component products, ensuring compliance with industrial standards.
• Must be willing to travel domestically 15% and internationally 5%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support local and cross-functional project teams, including associate R&D project managers, in projects with limited complexity and / or sub-projects of a complex project.
• Create and coordinate cross-functional plans that involve Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.
• Accountable for the end-to-end planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of assigned project(s).
• Engage stakeholders in defining value and integrates feedback into activities.
• Monitor and control progress, cost/financials, and quality.
• Utilize the appropriate metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to provide early detection of project deviations and facilitate data-driven decision-making and transparency.
• Ensure that changes, risks, and issues are properly assessed, managed, and communicated.
• Design and develop mechanical, hardware, and software solutions required for product realization.
• Serve as the key contact and escalation point for project stakeholders.
• Ensure projects follow sound methodology and execution practices, aligned with desired development model (e.g., predictive/waterfall, iterative/agile, hybrid) and in accordance with applicable ABB internal directives and procedures as well as external standards, etc., that influence activities and targets.
• Participate and encourage participation of R&D Associate Project Managers in Communities of Practice.

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
• Telecommuting permitted in accordance with company policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level