Product Development Project Manager (R&D)

The research and development centre in Košice - MDCK (MinebeaMitsumi Development Centre Košice) collaborates very closely with the MinebeaMitsumi Technology Center Europe GmbH in Germany. It offers the best experts from the fields of information technology, electrical engineering, science and research the opportunity to work together. In addition to processing products manufactured directly in the factory in Košice, the centre also focuses on innovation projects in medicine and robotics, as well as SMART solutions for households and cities.
Minebea Slovakia s.r.o. focuses on the development and production of electronically commutated BLDC motors and innovative drive technologies for automotive and industrial customers.

Job Location: Košice, Slovakia

Employment Type: Full-time, on site

Salary (gross): 1,800 - 2,800 EUR/month (depending on experience and knowledge)

Job description, responsibilities and authorities

As a Product Development Project Manager, you will take end-to-end responsibility for the product lifecycle during the R&D phase, ensuring that innovative engineering projects meet quality, cost, and timeline targets. You will serve as a strategic lead, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing international customer relations to drive the continuous optimization and successful delivery of high-tech solutions.

  • Responsibility for product development during the R&D phase, overall project accountability including costs, deadlines, and adherence to current development processes and quality standards.
  • Communication with customers, including reviewing and modifying customer specifications.
  • Assessing the technical and planning feasibility of projects; detailed project planning with all relevant development departments.
  • Leading regular meetings between development teams both locally and abroad.
  • Responsibility for the continuous improvement of active products, including optimization for higher quality and better production.
  • Planning and coordinating transfers to the customer or production site.
  • Supporting complaint management, change requests, etc.
  • Responsibility for updating DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) of developed products based on acquired experience.

Personal requirements and skills

  • Practical experience in a comparable position with a focus on the industrial sector.
  • Experience in Electronics.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Skills and communicative proficiency.
  • Structured, systematic, and analytical thinking.
  • Responsibility and thoroughness.
  • Willingness to travel.

Employee Benefits

  • Flexible working hours (Core time: Mon-Thu 9:00-15:00, Fri 9:00-13:00) with a flexi-account option (+/- 35h).
  • Salary adjustments: annual increases based on performance.
  • Year-end bonuses based on company performance.
  • Home office / remote work options.
  • Extra vacation days (1 to 4 additional days).
  • Canteen facilities on-site.
  • Multisport card.
  • Health Day, blood donation, Christmas party, and other events.
  • Teambuilding activities.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Contribution to language education.
  • Financial contributions for child birth, weddings, or work anniversaries.
  • Employer contribution to the 3rd pension pillar.
  • High-standard working conditions in a clean environment.
  • Opportunity to submit own improvement ideas.
  • Career growth opportunities.