Are you...

• interested in working for an international and diverse company?

• interested in advancing your career in a technology-driven environment?

• looking for a varied position with direct customer contact and international travel opportunities?

Then read on!

X-Rite is a globally operating company with locations all over the world. Our solutions help customers to precisely measure, control, and optimize color and quality in industrial production processes.

Our measurement systems are used worldwide in a wide variety of industrial environments, including paper mills, steel plants, printing and packaging companies, and other manufacturing industries. With our expertise, we help our customers maintain and continuously develop their quality standards.

We are convinced that people bring different experiences, talents, and perspectives. The combination of diverse backgrounds, skills, and passions is the key to innovation and excellence. That is why we encourage people of all backgrounds and experiences to apply with us.

R&D Project Manager 100%

About the Position

In this hybrid position located in Regensdorf, Switzerland, you will report directly to the Head of PMO and be part of our global Research & Development organization.

You will lead hardware product development projects from the initial idea to successful market launch, working closely with Product Management, Research & Development, Operations, Commercial, Sales, customers, suppliers, and external development partners.

How you will contribute to success:

• Lead global hardware product development projects from the concept phase to market launch and translate customer requirements into innovative products and solutions

• Manage project execution within the Veralto Accelerated Product Development process, including planning, governance, risk management, stakeholder management, and on-time delivery

• Collaborate closely with Product Management, Research & Development, Operations, Commercial, Sales, customers, suppliers, and external development partners to align priorities and dependencies

• Be responsible for key project metrics such as schedule, quality, performance, product costs, development costs, risk mitigation, and overall project success

• Utilize Veralto Enterprise System Tools to improve collaboration, strengthen execution, and foster continuous improvement within the product development process

What you should bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, or a comparable technical field of study

• 3 to 5 years of experience in leading cross-functional new product development projects in a technology-driven environment with proven success in developing products from concept to industrialization and market launch

• Solid understanding of multidisciplinary product development, including collaboration with hardware, software, mechanical, manufacturing, sales, and customer-facing teams

• Proven ability to lead, influence, and align global, multicultural, and cross-functional teams towards common goals without direct disciplinary responsibility

• Strong project management skills in planning, requirements management, resource management, budgeting, project execution, risk management, stakeholder communication, and governance

• Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken

Ideally, you will also bring:

• PMP certification or a comparable project management certification

• Experience with stage-gate development processes, agile product development approaches, or methodologies

• Experience in developing products for global manufacturing environments

• Knowledge in color measurement technology, digital imaging, printing technologies, color standards, measuring instruments, or related industries

• Experience in leading projects with external development partners, strategic suppliers, and innovation collaborations

What we offer you:

• Attractive compensation package with performance-based bonus

• Flexible working hours and a hybrid work model

• Comprehensive onboarding as well as support from colleagues and managers

• Diverse training and development opportunities

• Regular salary reviews and recognition of long-term company loyalty

• Free parking facilities at the Regensdorf site

• The opportunity to work in a global, innovation-driven company

Would you like to become part of our successful team and grow with us? Then we look forward to getting to know you!

X-Rite Pantone, a Veralto company, is a global leader in color management and color technology, offering comprehensive solutions for color selection, color communication, formulation, and the production of consistent and reproducible colors.

As part of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), X-Rite Pantone helps drive the quality and innovation of products worldwide. Veralto is working towards a future where people have access to clean, safe food, reliable medicines, and trusted everyday products. With approximately 16,000 employees worldwide and annual revenues of around $5 billion, the Water Quality and Product Identification segments pursue a common goal: Safeguarding the World's Most Resources™.

• X-Rite Europe GmbH
  Simmer
  HR Director
  
  

• X-Rite Europe GmbH
  Simmer
  HR Director