R&D Project Manager

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

R&D Unit Leader__In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the development or creation of products, systems, services, or technologies for ABBs business units by facilitating the end-to-end execution of one or more Research and Development (R&D) projects to achieve associated milestones, targets, and desired outcomes. Our Team Dynamics   Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning.

Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.  What’s in it for you?   We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter.

Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.   Your Role and Responsibilities   In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.    - Work model:
Hybrid  Accountable for the end-to-end planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of assigned project(s).  Supports local and cross-functional project teams, including associate R&D project managers, in projects with limited complexity and/or sub-projects of a complex project.  Motivates and monitors internal and/or external resources to accomplish all committed targets.  Identifies and manages interdependencies between projects and project-level constraints to realise specified benefits. 

Ensures appropriate prioritisation of requirements within a project by partnering with relevant business unit/s or other customers.  Ensures that project activities are effectively prioritised, estimated, and planned.  Monitors and controls progress on the plan to ensure achievement of commitments and targeted milestones/stage-gates.  Ensures issues, conflicts, and impediments are resolved at the appropriate level (i.e., team, project), escalating them as required. 

Qualifications for the Role   Minimum 5 years in a project management position, preferably within R&D, product development, or engineering environments.  Recognised certification such as Microsoft Project, PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM PMQ, or equivalent experience. Familiarity with stage-gate processes, ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001), and engineering change management procedures.  Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Strong skills in work breakdown structures, scheduling, resource allocation, and milestone tracking.

Understanding of project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis. Ability to support business cases and investment decisions with financial data. Hands-on technical project experience, providing credibility with engineering teams and deeper understanding of R&D challenges, prototyping, and testing phases.  Bachelor's or master’s degree in electrical, Mechanical, Software, or related engineering discipline is desirable.   Benefits   ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond. 

Competitive salary  25 days annual  leave plus bank holidays  Competitive contributory pension scheme  Life assurance  Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)  Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally  Employee Assistance…