R&D Project Manager

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a R&D Project Manager who will be based at our site located in Piscataway, NJ. We are searching for someone who will be working within a global team of R&D scientists and Applications Engineers and in coordination with Business Unit leaders, Sales and Development partners. The R&D Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing R&D and Applications Projects related to Semiconductor Assembly (SA) materials and deliver to internal and external customers high quality services within budget and defined plans.

What will you be doing?

• Overall responsibility for planning and leading both internal and external projects related to the development of Polymer Protection and Thermal Interface Material Solutions.
• Lead new project development projects across our global PPT laboratories.
• Work on a global level with R&D Centres in US, Europe and Asia, to define, plan and execute projects.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide timely status updates to management and relevant stakeholders on the project status, including budget, task completion, timeline, potential risks, and scope.
• Carry out cost, time and resource planning for the projects, assess project risks and define countermeasures.
• Exercise risk management and lead efforts to identify appropriate solutions to mitigate project impact/delays.
• Proactively notify management of any issues, risks, or concerns.
• Work with the global team of intracompany Project Managers to develop and maintain comprehensive portfolio management processes.
• Work closely with R&D, Line of Business Project Managers, Product Managers, as well as Manufacturing and Quality to ensure continuous alignment and up to-date information flow.
• Act as a mentor and empower local technical teams to employ effective project management practices themselves.

Who are You?

• Proven experience of managing complex projects and be able to employ different management concepts such as Agile, Lean, Waterfall and others as needed. 
• Relevant Project Management training (PMP/CSM/CPMP or similar) should be demonstrated. Experience in management of Technology-Oriented Projects and/or work experience in the field of Electronics.
• Minimum Masters degree in an engineering (mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science) or science fields (applied physics, chemistry).
• Ph.D. is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of working in an industrial R&D environment.
• Comprehensive computer skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, Visio, MS Projects and similar.
• Willingness to occasionally travel and build strong international relationships, less than 15% for domestic and overseas.
• Willingness and desire to dive into details with the team to understand the unique challenges the team may face during the product development process.
• Willingness to join the team in person at the sites to walk through and lead the team in problem solving realtime, as the need arises.  
• An understanding of the intricacies of technology development.

What competencies will you need?

• Understand customer-needs, commitment to quality service and continuous improvement.
• Be capable of basic/complex problem solving processes, systematic thinking and innovation processes.
• An assertive and resilient team player able to operate within a high performance, cross-cultural team.
• Confident and purposeful approach, paired with strong communication skills and social skills.

We are Offering...

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future - We are committed to solving the complete and evolving needs of our customers through innovation and high-quality standards. We are focused on brining cutting edge and environmentally sustainable solutions to the market. Our people are the critical resource required to make that happen. We support your success by creating a strong, inclusive culture, competitive total rewards and an appropriate work-life balance. 

As part of the MAES Team, you will have ...

• Opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan) and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).
• The typical base salary range for this position is between $105,899.00 - $158,849.00 annually.
• Innovated work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
• Perks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.