Innovation Project Manager

Role Summary

This is a Hybrid position based at our location in Raleigh, NC. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all aspects of ideation, product feasibility, strategic alignment, market analysis, and sustainability, while leading innovation projects within cross-functional teams
• Develop innovative filtration and separation solutions, with a focus on clean air technologies for the life sciences and environmental markets
• Collaborate closely with global MANN+HUMMEL departments and external partners, including universities, institutes, suppliers, and consultants
• Initiate and foster collaborations with internal and external customers, particularly in the Americas
• Focus on customer centricity, understanding their problems, and developing targeted solutions with a clear value proposition
• Oversee all phases of product development, from idea generation to series launch
• Manage engineering aspects of innovation projects, including concept design, detailed design, prototype development, specification management, testing, documentation, and risk analysis
• Utilize financial evaluation tools to assess and drive project decisions based on business cases

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Master's degree or PhD in Engineering

Experience:

• 3+ years' minimum experience in material engineering, chemical engineering, process engineering, production engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 3+ years' minimum relevant work experience in one or more of the following fields: filter media, carbon capture, sorbent development, filtration systems, HVAC/air purification, life sciences, and/or fiber and polymer science

Required Skills:

• Strong competence in technological and business innovation, with a deep understanding of filtration and separation systems
• Proven track record in managing innovation projects
• Business acumen, entrepreneurial mindset, customer-driven, and results-oriented
• Creativity and ability to generate new ideas and recognize business opportunities
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills with internal and external contacts
• Strong prioritization and delegation skills
• Ability to work effectively in international teams, with a "can do" attitude, organizational skills, dedication, and perseverance
• Strong ability to work autonomously in all phases of product development, from idea generation to series launch with minimal guidance