Project Manager Instrument Product Care Team

Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Important research and development functions are located here. For our long-standing customer, Roche Diagnostics International AG in Rotkreuz, we are looking immediately for a

Background:
In a global, cross-functional environment, the PCR Hardware Development (HW) department including Instrument Product care team is responsible for the life cycle maintenance of successfully integrated hardware, software and consumables products.
As a Technical Product Leader in the HW department, you will work as a part of a cross-functional team, working on devices for Nucleic Acid Purification, PCR and Sequencing, on maintaining and optimizing complex diagnostics systems. You will use Roche on-site and off-site functions to maintain the product throughout its life cycle, maintain product specifications with external development partners, and make the right decisions with Roche Business and Product Management.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership & Strategy: Act as the technical lead for instrument hardware product care team, driving workpackage planning, implementation and resource allocation with line management
• Financial & Progress Control: Accountable for budgeting and controlling hardware project development costs for product care, CoGP (Cost of Goods Produced), and overall project progress
• Technical Design & Specifications: Create, approve, and manage concepts, requirements and specifications for the life cycle management of the products in scope
• Quality & Reviews: Lead technical reviews and design/redesign challenges at all levels (including PCBA/Firmware), approve technical changes, and oversee the • DQM (Design Quality Management) process and negotiate changes with the product business management team
• Verification & Delivery: Ensure the delivery of tested units and oversee the planning, execution, and documentation of technical verification in coordination with Test Managers and Product Owners
• Risk Management: Manage hardware project (engineering change) risks within the area of responsibility and serve as a member of the Product Risk Assessment team
• System Integration: Support Integration Development and Design V&V, resolving interface issues and technical clarifications with architects and system engineers
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external partners (suppliers/engineering) and align with internal stakeholders (Business, Development Project Leaders, Operations, Line Managers) through frequent reporting
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate cooperation across functions (Software, Operations, Supply Chain), acting as the primary contact for module-specific questions
• Creating an efficient communication structure with predominantly English-speaking teams in Europe, the USA and Asia

Must Haves:

• •Degree in a relevant life science discipline (e.g. mechanical or electrical engineering related to life sciences) or corresponding job experience as Technical Project Leader
• Min. 3 year of experience in technical project management 
• Knowledge of ISO 13485
• Strong interest and ability to lead and optimize sub-projects with American stakeholders (some travel is expected) 
• Interest in resolving technical problems and interdisciplinary teamwork
• Experience and willingness to work in a highly regulated industry 
• Familiarity with or strong interest in engineering applications and tools
• Enthusiastic team player with good communication and collaboration skills. Solution-oriented, autonomous, and proactive working style
• Proven experience in laboratory diagnostics and/or service & support, as well as supporting HW and SW, are additional assets
• Working knowledge and fluent in English (written and spoken)

Nice to Haves:

• German 

What you are offered:

• Modern campus with plenty of green spaces and meeting zones
• Central location with highway access and train station nearby
• Varied job profile
• Home office option
• Further training opportunities through temptraining
• Working in a dynamic and motivated product team
• Good remuneration

You are welcome to send your complete application documents to Ms. Nadine Rutz.

Fulltime Vollzeit Diagnostik Forschung Entwicklung Diagnosetests Projektleiter Zentralschweiz Global Elektronikingenieur