RD Project Manager

At Coherent Scotland we develop laser systems. Our systems are deployed in a wide variety of markets including renewable energy microelectronics fundamental research life sciences and medicine. We aim to make a positive impact on everybodys life by providing customers with lasers with superior reliability and performance.

Coherent Scotland has grown strongly and consistently over the past ten years even through times of global economic slowdown. We have a healthy product development pipeline which will enable this growth to continue in the future. This will generate many exciting opportunities for personal growth within the organisation in the years to come. We develop and manufacture many different lasers on site as well as manufacturing lasers which are developed in other Coherent divisions.

Coherent Scotland is based at the West of Scotland Science Park in Glasgow and is a subsidiary of Coherent Corp. a global leader in the manufacture of materials networking equipment and laser products. We are housed in a purposebuilt facility with research and development manufacturing and marketing all on one site.

We have a friendly businessorientated work environment and great staff facilities within our modern building including as an onsite cafeteria. In addition we offer a competitive remuneration package which includes a contributory pension scheme subsidised private health care and free life assurance. However if worklife balance is important to you youll also be pleased to know that we operate flexible core hours which provide the opportunity to start your weekend early.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our R&D team responsible for coordinating and manging projects across sustainment activities and new product development (NPI) projects.

This role requires close collaboration with technical project leaders and key stakeholders across various teams. While this is not a technical role the ability to understand and communicate within technical discussions is essential. The Project Manager will oversee multiple projects and manage moderate complexity sustainment projects as well as new NPI developments.

In your role of Project Manager you will ork closely with the technical coordinator to manage complex new product introduction projects. In this role you are responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the project aiding communication between functional groups in the development team and ensuring all stakeholders are involved and included. While this role is not technical it is critical you understand the core technology and can interact positively with all stakeholders to deliver the project goals.

Additionally your role may require you to coordinate projects outside the NPI process but which are critical to ongoing product engineering. These projects may involve a multidiscipline team within Coherent Scotland or may require coordination across different Coherent sites.

We are looking for an organised and proactive Project Manager who can drive complex projects while fostering effective communication between technical and nontechnical stakeholders. A strong understanding of technology even without deep technical expertise is essential to interact positively with our engineering teams and ensure project success.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES.

• Project Structuring & :
  • Define project phases and organize work for logical and efficient .
  • Establish clear deliverables and milestones ensuring nearterm and longterm goals are well communicated.
  • Maintain and update the risk register ensuring proactive risk management.
  • Facilitate project workshops ensuring outcomes align with project goals.
  • Oversee project closeouts documenting key findings and best practices.
  • Run daily SCRUM meetings.
• Performance Monitoring & Process Improvement:
  • Track project KPIs including time resources and costs.
  • Provide nontechnical project updates and required documentation.
  • Continuously improve project processes and documentation.
  • Ensure adherence to NPI processes and maintain control over project records and information.
  • Manage phase gate reviews gathering signoffs and logging any outstanding issues.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Degree in science technology or engineering or equivalent industrial experience.
• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment ideally including the transfer from design engineering into manufacturing in a hightech environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrable experience of managing a technical project ideally in a SCRUM / AGILE framework.
• Ability to quickly learn about laser technology.
• A passion for working with people across all functions of the business forging relationships and driving engagement.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Knowledge of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process and elements of project planning.
• An understanding of LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Degree in science technology or engineering or equivalent industrial experience.
• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment ideally including the transfer from design engineering into manufacturing in a hightech environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrable experience of managing a technical project ideally in a SCRUM / AGILE framework.
• Ability to quickly learn about laser technology.
• A passion for working with people across all functions of the business forging relationships and driving engagement.

SKILLS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS