Overview

As a Project Manager in Novanta’s R&D; team, you will shepherd new robotic products from concept to launch. You’ll gain hands-on, cross-functional experience across hardware, software, procurement, and manufacturing, guiding projects within a growing robotics and automation portfolio. You’ll work with engineers and leaders to develop, monitor, and deliver programs on time and to quality. This role offers clear visibility, growth, and a chance to contribute to mission-critical automated solutions.

Responsabilidades

- Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, product management, procurement, sales, manufacturing) to meet scope and schedules
- Create and follow project management plans aligned with ISO 9001 Product Development Process and regulatory requirements
- Track RAID items (risks, issues, dependencies, assumptions) and document key decisions
- Manage resources and support project staffing
- Develop and maintain project documentation (charters, meeting minutes, KPIs, closure presentations)
- Manage timelines to ensure on-time, on-scope, quality deliverables
- Interface with customers and suppliers to ensure clear communication with internal stakeholders




- Coordinate project activities with customer/product development processes and prepare business reviews for executives
- Collaborate with engineering teams to align with roadmaps and capability development
- Utilize project management tools to track, report, and communicate progress
- Lead project meetings and provide reliable updates to stakeholders
- Attend customer meetings to align requirements and capture notes
- Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and safety regulations

Requisitos principales

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
- 1-3 years of Project Management experience
- 3-5 years cumulative project experience
- Ability to collaborate across disciplines
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong verbal and written English communication
- Familiarity with Smartsheet or MS Project (or similar) desired
- PMP certification a plus
- Familiarity with ISO9001 or ISO13485 compliance a plus
- Travel ~10% or less

- Team-oriented with good communication
- Proactive and self-driven
- Collaborative across diverse disciplines
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Smartsheet or MS Project familiarity
- PMP (preferred)

📌 Project Manager - Research and Development - barcelona
🏢 Novanta
📍 Barcelona