Manager Development QT (m/f/d)

The combination of people with expertise and the energy to drive transformation makes Manufacturing Development (MD) the global enabler for transformation in manufacturing. You will embark on this journey together with colleagues in Manufacturing Development tasked to transform and equip the SKF Group Manufacturing footprint with lean, clean and digital solutions that bring competitive advantage through improved manufacturing performance. Bearing quality and related measuring competence is important and increase the competitiveness of SKF and our customers. QT (Quality Technology) is the CoE and development center for special measurement solutions, standardization and quality control of SKF end products.

We are now looking for a

Development Manager - QT (m/f/d)

Key responsibilities

• The Development Manager QT has a strategic and leadership role enhancing our capabilities to shape a future where our technology lead to a more sustainable, efficient, and innovative tomorrow.
• This position requires a combination of technical expertise and project management skills, and the ability to work across diverse teams and regions.
• As Development manager QT you are part of the QT management team. You will lead a dedicated team of Software specialists and Competence owners working on technology innovation and automated measuring concepts.
• Further you work closely together with all QT areas, as Customer Services, PMO, Engineering and the Prototype manufacturing team.

In this role, you will

• Define and develop future automatized inspection (e.g. optical inspection) and measurement technologies aligned with the overall business objectives.
• Drive the strategic development portfolio and capabilities of research and development on new Technologies on Measuring and Quality inspection technologies to keep SKF state of the art.
• Collaborate with Universities and innovation centres for Technology-Scouting.
• Drive innovation in our product development aligned with SKF's strategic Vision.
• Ensure that market and customer requirements are at the forefront of our product development by balancing cost-effectiveness, Quality and performance.
• Define technical specifications of the Verification Operators in co-operation with the Research & Technology Development teams and BA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent work experience. A master's degree is preferable
• Previous leadership roles in similar positions
• High experience in Project Management and project leader in previous roles
• ln-depth interest and understanding of technologies and circular manufacturing principles
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide global project teams
• Self-motivated and persistent. Solution oriented way of working
• Good networking and stakeholder management
• Good communication skills
• Fluency in English, both verbally and in writing

We offer

• A collaborative and innovative work environment. The opportunity to make a significant impact on SKF operations and MD
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A commitment to develop lean, clean, and digital manufacturing for SKF
• Join us in shaping the future of SKF operations and contributing to our exciting journey

Some additional information

This position will be located in Steyr, Austria (on a local contract).

You will report to Maximilian Bichler, Manager QT. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Maximilian Bichler by phone/Teams/email (+43 664 8253483 or maximilian.bichler@skf.com).

Application and recruitment process

If you are interested and meet the above requirements, please submit your application in English via following link.

For information regarding the recruitment process please contact Sabine Pichler at sabine.pichler@skf.com. Please note that we can't accept applications via e-mail.

SKF Österreich AG, Seitenstettner Straße 15, 4401 Steyr, Austria

Über SKF

Die Mission von SKF ist es, der unangefochtene Marktführer im Wälzlagergeschäft zu sein. SKF bietet Lösungen rund um Rotation an, einschließlich Lager, Dichtungen, Schmiermittel, Zustandsüberwachung und Wartungsdienstleistungen. SKF ist in mehr als 130 Ländern vertreten und verfügt über rund 17.000 Vertriebsstandorte weltweit. Der Jahresumsatz beträgt rund 7.5 Milliarden Euro, weltweit sind bei SKF rund 41 000 Mitarbeiter beschäftigt.