R&D Project Manager

Element Solutions

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Mac Dermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.

• Wafer Level Packaging - Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance
• Circuitry Solutions - Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry
• Electronics Assembly Solutions - Innovating semiconductor, surface mount technology, and power electronics assembly for unparalleled reliability
• Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally performing circuits
• Film & Smart Surface Solutions - Transforming electronics with cutting-edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability
• Micromax Elevating electronics through high-performing, specialized inks and pastes

Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, Mac Dermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's;
Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

We're seeking a Sr R&D Project Manager based in Wilmington, DE and 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 candidate will be responsible for overseeing New Product Development Projects related to high performing specialized inks and pastes and delivering to internal and external customers high quality services within budget and defined plans.

As the Sr R&D Project manager, you will be responsible for specific New Product Development Projects supported in our Micromax business..

• Overall responsibility for the planning and management of internal and external projects related to the development of electronic inks and paste for Micromax business.
• Responsibility for assembling project teams, defining schedules, tracking technical activities, and generating project progress reports.
• Primarily work with R&D teams in the US and internal stakeholders, to ensure the relevant expertise is employed in defining, planning and executing projects.

• Carry out schedule and resource planning for the projects, assess project risks and define countermeasures.
• Work in a team of intracompany Project Managers to develop and maintain comprehensive portfolio management processes.
• Work closely with Line of Business Owners, Product Managers, as well as Manufacturing and Quality to ensure continuous alignment and up-to-date information flow.
• Support the design of internal processes and the optimization of project management methods.

• Masters/ PhD/
  
  B.Sc degree in Material Sciences, Physics, Electrical Engineering or other related technical discipline; MS strongly preferred.
• Be capable of managing complex projects and be able to employ different management concepts such as Agile, Waterfall and others as needed. Relevant Project Management training (PMP/CSM/CPMP or similar) strongly preferred.
• Experience in management of Technology-Oriented Projects and/or work experience in the field of Electronics.
• Bottom-line oriented, 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.
• Customer-needs understanding, commitment to quality service and continuous improvement.
• 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.

• 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.

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