Company Description
Through our continuous pursuit of innovation and excellence, we have been an established partner to the automotive industry for over three decades. We support our customers worldwide in product development, primarily in the areas of engineering, testing, and homologation.
The cornerstone of our success lies in the extensive expertise of our internationally active teams. With more than 3,000 experts and a global network of 56 branches in 22 countries, we can optimally adapt our services to the local needs of our customers.
Together, we are creating a future of mobility characterized by innovative, safe, and sustainable solutions.
Job Description
Starting January 1, 2026, we are looking for several Project Managers (m/f/d) for the operational control of exciting projects along the entire vehicle development process – with regular onsite customer contact and direct exchange with our IDIADA teams.
Your tasks:
- Planning, steering, and monitoring of automotive development projects
- Responsibility for deadlines, costs, and quality
- Coordination of teams and interfaces (internal and external)
- Planning, steering, moderation, and execution of project meetings including minutes and filing in customer systems
- Preparation and execution of presentations at the customer's site
- Creation and evaluation of documentation scopes
- Ensuring the data entry into customer systems
- Deployment in task force topics
- Ensuring a smooth flow of information and active stakeholder management
Qualifications
- Completed technical degree (e.g., automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering) or technician degree
- Several years of experience in project management, preferably in automotive development
- Professional experience with an OEM or Tier-1 supplier is an advantage
- Knowledge of SAP, Salesforce, and common PM methods and tools
- Structured and solution-oriented way of working, coupled with strong communication skills
- Willingness to travel for regular onsite appointments and enjoyment of direct customer contact
- Very good German and English language skills, written and spoken
Additional Information
With us, you can look forward to a lot of benefits!
- You will receive a permanent contract with fair remuneration.
- We offer you home office options and thus a high degree of flexibility.
- You can expect varied tasks in a future-oriented and international technology company and the opportunity for global networking.
- A structured onboarding, company and team events, as well as our commitment to values of integrity, transparency, and equality create team spirit and collaboration at eye level! We have an open communication and work atmosphere with flat hierarchies and a 'Du' culture.
- In addition, you can participate in our bicycle leasing program, language courses, and company training and further education. You also benefit from shopping advantages and the options of a monthly meal allowance as well as a company pension scheme.
If you want to make a difference in an internationally leading technology company and develop both professionally and personally, then we look forward to your online application!
Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We set no limits for you – don't do it yourself either. There is a place for everyone.