Project Manager- Thin Film Measurement Systems (m/f/d)

### Your Benefits: - A very renowned company - Individual all-round care: Support throughout the entire application phase ### Your Duties: - Take full ownership of complex development projects for Thin Film Measurement Systems, from concept and requirements definition through to successful transfer into serial production - Lead projects end-to-end, covering planning, coordination, manufacturing, delivery, and customer-site testing where required - Engage in technical discussions with customers and stakeholders at peer level, translating requirements into clear specifications and building a deep understanding of customer needs - Coordinate cross-functional internal and external stakeholders, including R&D, manufacturing, service, and key account management, to ensure seamless project execution - Proactively manage technical, commercial, and scheduling aspects of projects, identifying risks early and driving effective solutions - Ensure efficient collaboration and smooth operations throughout all phases of the project lifecycle - Contribute to the continuous enhancement of the product portfolio by leveraging insights and lessons learned from development projects - Support product management with strategic initiatives and provide valuable market and customer feedback to help shape future product development ### Your Qualifications: - Degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, ideally with a focus on Optics, Photonics, or similar technologies - Well-founded experience in technical project management; candidates with strong mid-level experience and a steep technical learning curve are also encouraged to apply - Proven experience managing complex stakeholder environments and cross-functional interfaces within technically demanding projects - Background in optics, micro-optics, spectroscopy, laser technology, thin-film applications, or comparable high-tech environments is highly desirable - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly understand complex technical concepts and requirements - Structured, forward-thinking, and customer-oriented approach to work, with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and business needs - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, enabling effective interaction in both technical and commercial settings - Professional proficiency in German and English (B2-C1), both written and spoken - Willingness to travel occasionally to meet development partners, suppliers, and customers ### About Hays: Our many years of recruitment experience and our expert knowledge of the engineering job market make us a strong partner for engineers and technicians. We maintain close relationships with customers across all industries and therefore can provide engineering specialists with exciting projects and attractive job opportunities, drawing on your personal interests and experience. As your professional companion, we support you throughout the entire process, from the first contact to the first day on your new job - all this completely free of charge. Register now and look forward to many interesting and suitable positions and projects.