R&D Manager

Our client is a leading company specializing in electricities and power solution, currently seeking a qualified candidate to join their organization.

• Establish and implement a high-quality product development process in Vietnam.
• Lead and manage the full product lifecycle, from concept development to mass production, ensuring successful and timely product launches.
• Maintain regular collaboration and technical alignment with the German R&D team.
• Manage projects effectively to ensure targets for quality, delivery timelines, and cost efficiency are achieved.
• Work closely with the manufacturing team to improve products and optimize assembly processes.
• Collaborate with the global purchasing team to drive product cost optimization initiatives.
• Ensure all development activities comply with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Allocate resources efficiently, including manpower and budget, based on project priorities and business impact.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members to enhance capabilities and support long-term career growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including suppliers, research organizations, and technology partners.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

ACTING AUTHORITY

• Lead, coach, train, and supervise the R&D team to ensure projects are delivered according to schedule.
• Recommend and implement improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure smooth transition of projects into mass production.

Requirements

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, or related technical disciplines.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years of experience leading large-scale development teams.
• Prior experience in battery or charger development is highly preferred.

LANGUAGES

• Fluent Vietnamese communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.

IT SKILLS

• Proficient in MS Office applications; SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience using Siemens NX.

COMPETENCIES & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong team leadership and collaboration capabilities.
• Excellent analytical thinking skills with a high level of accountability.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proactive, decisive, and results-driven personality with the ability to take ownership of projects, overcome challenges, and drive successful outcomes.
• Enjoys working collaboratively in team environments and is experienced with both traditional and agile working methodologies.

Contact: Phuong Anh

Due to the immense number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.