Requirements: English
Company: Qplox engineering
Region: Namur , Wallonia
As an R&D Project Manager (Applications for the Silicon Techonlogy), you will operate at the intersection of advanced research, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration. Youll lead and support the execution of pioneering projects in areas such as next-generation compute architectures, scalable system simulation platforms, lab-on-chip solutions, and AI-driven drug discovery all grounded in our organizations deep expertise in semiconductor innovation.
Youll coordinate internal project teams, manage deliverables and timelines, and serve as a key liaison between technical managers and external partners to ensure the smooth execution of multi-disciplinary research programs. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with a passion for technology and a knack for turning complex research goals into actionable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct initial internal assessments for research initiatives, including defining milestones, deliverables, team composition, and resource needs.
- Balance partner objectives with organizational capabilities and priorities, in close collaboration with technical leads.
- Define and implement project management practices, including meeting cadence, documentation, and reporting processes.
- Monitor project performance against timelines, budgets, and deliverables; track progress using dashboards and KPIs.
- Identify and assess project risks or roadblocks, escalating to senior management when appropriate.
- Collaborate across departments to uncover opportunities for improving workflows, resource utilization, and value delivery.
- Lead or contribute to initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and R&D project execution.
- Drive continuous improvement in project management methodologies and best practices.
Location: Flemish Region, Belgium
Required Skills and Qualifications
- A masters degree in science or engineering; significant experience in R&D project management is essential.
- Solid foundation in project management methodologies and change management, applied pragmatically.
- Proven experience with system-level research and technology development.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a drive for efficiency and results.
- Skilled communicator who can tailor messaging to a range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Comfortable presenting ideas clearly and persuasively; adept at influencing and negotiation.
- Resilient and adaptive, capable of managing ambiguity and setting direction in exploratory environments.
- High level of professionalism and discretion when managing sensitive information.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); other languages are a plus.
We Offer
- Collaborating with top-tier academic, industrial, and government partners to push the boundaries of microelectronics and nanotechnology.
- Join a forward-thinking organization where you will help shape the technologies of tomorrow. You will be part of a dynamic team pushing the boundaries of whats possible.
- Assignment Type: Full-time
- Work Schedule: 40 hours per week
- A flexible hybrid work environment
- Work Environment: A supportive and innovative team culture that promotes work-life balance and continuous learning on innovation