R&D PROJECT MANAGER

Introduction ALFA LAVAL is a Swedish multinational company operating in Italy for over 100 years with several sales offices, manufacturing and research and development. At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress. As a member of our team, you thrive in a truly diverse workplace based on empowerment. You are here to make a difference. Constantly building bridges to the future with sustainable solutions that have an impact on our planet’s most urgent problems. Making the world a better place. Every day. The R&D department is looking for a R&D Project Manager in Monza site (Regular Contract) . Who you are You are organized; you can prioritize the essentials and see the whole picture. Since you will be working with a remote team, you have good communication and networking skills, and great cross-cultural awareness. You own a strong mindset and enjoy working with R&D. We are looking for a person with: Creative problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Open mind Flexibility Ability to build and maintain relationships What about the job Product Development FCS & Modules, based in Monza, is responsible for the definition of FSS (Fuel Supply Systems) and HSS (High Speed Separators) Module standard for a wide range of application, duty, and fluids in close cooperation with Global Sales and Product Center. The position is based in Monza, Italy and you will report to the Head of Product Development Fuel Conditioning Systems & Modules. In your role you will: Drive R&D projects accordingly to budget, schedule and quality target Focus on product improvement and optimization for cost competitiveness and supply chain optimization Follow project management procedures (Stage-Gate approach through Alfa Laval standard PROMAL) Coordinate project team and interaction with other peers and experts Handle planning and monitoring of the activities Report progress to management and stakeholders Develop and maintain good standard solutions (standardization) together with BU Ensure industry and quality standards are met Support Order handlers, Sales engineers, Engineers, Workshop and Buyers upon request Be required to participate in various project teams, which can be cross functional What you know Strong technical background (engineer will be an asset) Experience (at least 5 years) in the same role Certification of competences will be a plus Understand the basics in the fuel conditioning process on board vessels and about marine sector Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows environments and Office package (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams) What’s in it for you? We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. #J-18808-Ljbffr