4 Engineering Strategy jobs in Ireland

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Global responsibility for digitalization for Care Enablement's product teams along the core value chain and entire product life cycle of R&D, Product Mgmt./Sustaining, Industrialization / Manufacturing and Technical Service. The responsibility includes implementation and rollout of systems / business capabilities consisting of modern processes, methods, data and (integrated) tool chain / technologies enabling FME to bring innovative therapy systems into the market. This role is responsible to drive and implement the topics of Digital (Systems) Engineering, PLM, ALM, Digital Twin / Digital Thread, Smart Connected Production and Digital Technical Service at FME in close collaboration with partners from operational units in CE and IT Solutions (former DTI) enabling FME's transition into IoMT. Directs and facilitates digital transformations programs falling into this area.
Responsible for defining and building Capabilities and Systems for Project-, Portfolio, Innovation- and Knowledge-Management with focus on the Product Lifecycle related Business Units.
Leads a dedicated Capability Architect Team that collaborates with business, analytical, and technical teams to implement capabilities (process, method & tool) supporting the creation, collection, utilization, tracking and management of information captured within the organizational management of and around the product lifecycle.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Identification of capabilities (processes, methods and tools) required to run current and future product developments, industrializations in context of connected products / therapy systems / IoMT
+ Focus on excellence in processes, methods, roles, data and (integrated) tool chain targeting to improve efficiency, time to market, product cost and quality, following modern and state-of-the-art methodologies, mindset to enable FME's journey into IoMT in close collaboration with all product teams, sites and other FME units
+ Realize strategic initiatives like Digital (Systems) Engineering, PLM, Digital Twin / Digital Thread, Remote Updates, Smart Connected Production and Digital Technical/Operations Service to achieve real business impact and value add to the organization
+ Identification of capabilities (processes, methods and tools) required to run current and future product developments, industrializations in context of connected products / therapy systems / IoMT
+ Focus on excellence in processes, methods, roles, data and (integrated) tool chain targeting to improve efficiency, time to market, product cost and quality, following modern and state-of-the-art methodologies, mindset to enable FME's journey into IoMT in close collaboration with all product teams, sites and other FME units
+ Realize strategic initiatives like Digital (Systems) Engineering, PLM, Digital Twin / Digital Thread, Remote Updates, Smart Connected Production and Digital Technical/Operations Service to achieve real business impact and value add to the organization
+ Drive and coordinate rollouts / deployments of new capabilities to all product teams / projects and sites worldwide in Care Enablement, provide capability-based trainings and ensure adoption of new ways of working in product teams to realize expected benefits
+ Shape and operate an effective and efficient, high quality / professional operations and support model for a) all P-M-T matters of product teams / development projects / site as well as b) EMS line organization and transformation program
+ Establish and run modern analytics and intelligence / KPI system around product data to measure efficiency and effectiveness of product teams, capability adoption, product data quality and EMS eco-system health; build up capabilities for value generation out of analytics on product data throughout the end-to-end product lifecycle
+ Drives innovation along product value chain by scouting, exploring new (engineering) methods and (digital) technologies as e.g. machine learning, analytics on product data, AR/VR, blockchain, product sustainability in terms of value and practical applicability for product teams; expand Digital Twin / Thread concept into advanced engineering capabilities as Model Based Systems Engineering
+ Responsibility for high operational availability and services for all tools and related (product) data in the entire PLM / engineering eco-system
+ Develop the right skillset for Product Development & Industrialization Systems team and program members and drive application of modern working techniques as e.g. DevOps, agile, design thinking, test automation in team operations that improve team internal efficiency and lead time for requests to solve.
+ Collaborates especially with Care Enablement Operational Systems to incorporate digitalization of project management, governance, planning and reporting
+ Sets strategy and provides oversight to the system and capability architecture including the underlying data models
+ Serves as chief application and data steward for organizational system needs and implementation.
+ Works with shared services, business partners, CoEs, as well with Operational Systems and the verticals towards a streamlines system structure.
+ Alignment of strategic direction with senior executive level, line managers, engineers from design, manufacturing and service as well as with major stakeholders / executives in IT Solutions (former DTI)
+ Responsibility on architecture and execution of overall PLM / engineering tool chain targeting end-to-end view, integrations, automation, effectiveness, efficiency, affordability, global availability and enhanced collaboration.
+ Responsibility for ensuring a validated and regulatory compliant PLM / engineering tool chain as well as safety, integrity, and compliance of regulatory / quality relevant product data by following QMS Computer System Validation activities
+ Responsibility for ensuring compliance of capabilities and tool chain with EU, US and other (inter)national regulation and laws (personal data protection, FDA part 11, etc)
+ Responsibility to manage relationships with key technology provider PTC and Siemens
+ Budget responsibility: ~20-25M EUR annually
+ People responsibility: ~50 in line organization
EDUCATION:
University degree or higher in Engineering (system, mechanical / electrical / software), Business Strategy / Management, IT Management or combination of above
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
+ 15+ years of related experience in an international business environment
+ 10+ years of experience in a senior managerial role
+ 10+ years of experience in the context of R&D, product development, preferably in an R&D heavy industry like automotive, aerospace, high tech, industrial equipment or medical device / health care sector (or some other highly regulated business)
+ Expertise in R&D / product strategies, operating models, product development processes, methods as well as good overview in leading practice concepts for core product development activities like e.g. systems engineering, requirements management & traceability, mech./electr./software domain engineering, product structure / BOM, configuration management, design change, platform/modularity, product costing, manufacturing engineering / production planning, smart connected factory, digital technical service
+ Proven excellence in defining and managing Digital SLM/PLM/PDM/ALM concepts and tool chain strategy, architecture for oriented toward IoMT, connected products, preferably in a technology and regulatory oriented environment
+ Experience / expertise in R&D business from different leading industries
+ Experience in large business transformation programs and drive change into operative business (our product development projects)
+ Experienced and successful in leading organizational / cultural change
+ Experience in program / project management, controlling including tracking and reporting key metrics will be as essential as outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
+ Digital technology, IoT, IT savviness demonstrated in multiple projects
+ Strong to extensive experience and knowledge in Product Development, Project- and Portfolio Management and Finance Processes,
+ Application Design, System Architecture and Data Modeling, UX/UI design, SAFe Agile Methodologies
+ Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills, you are able to explain complicated matters in a simple, structured way, solve conflicts and motivate teams to follow you
+ Strong management skills with the ability to lead cohesive and productive teams.
+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact.
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills (English + German is a plus).
+ Experienced in R&D / product development, PLM, Systems Engineering (certifications preferred)
+ Overview needed for key technologies from PTC, Siemens, Dassault, Altassian, Microsoft, cloud
+ Overview needed in PM/PMO Tool Chain
+ General digital / IT savviness
+ Knowledge in core engineering systems like Polarion, Windchill, Modeler, Facton, Jira, DevOps, CAD is a plus but not mandatory
+ Deep knowledge in the MS O365 application & capability offering
+ Willingness to travel globally 15% of the time

**Company:**
QT Technologies Ireland Limited
**Job Area:**
Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Engineering Operations
**General Summary:**
This Software Program Manager role focuses on Server Software teams, managing the planning, development, and delivery of software for Qualcomm's Server Business Unit.
You will develop, define, and execute plans, including schedules, budgets, resources, deliverables, and risks. You will oversee the program from start to finish, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders on technical matters. Additionally, you will ensure on-time delivery, and achieve program milestones, driving alignment across stakeholders.
This is an excellent opportunity to join the growing Server Software Business Unit organization. Collaborate with other impacting technology areas such as HLOS, FW, BMC, Platform, SoC and Oryon CPU.
***Please note this role will require 5 days per week onsite in our Cork office***
**You will:**
+ Drive requirements scoping, analysis, and planning including interdependencies, staffing constraints, and schedule optimization across multiple tech teams and customers.
+ Establish a clear Plan of Record commitment and drive prioritization.
+ Apply consistency and best practices through program initiation, planning, execution, and closing phases, enabling business outcomes and benefits tracking.
+ Collaborate with key stakeholders and program sponsors to develop program goals, set the prioritization of deliverables, discuss involvement of business processes (e.g., program change management, communication), and drive decisions necessary for on-time delivery.
**Manage program health and execution:**
+ Strong technical understanding of SW deliverables and risk management/risk mitigation.
+ Establish rigorous execution discipline & communication process: risk management, mitigation, tracking, schedule trends vs baseline, recovery actions, executive reporting & stakeholder communication.
+ Develop program indicators to manage program health including quality and timelines.
+ Promote program vision and objectives within the team, ensure program objectives are met or exceeded, present program vision to management, and gain buy-in from stakeholders.
**Additional responsibilities:**
+ Manage one to many scrum teams applying Agile principles, practices, and theory.
+ Promote organizational understanding of Agile roles, lead teams and individuals.
+ Develop and manage the execution of the program Plan of Record (e.g., on time, on budget, within scope) for multiple medium-sized programs which include schedule and resource forecasting, stakeholder identification, method and frequency of communication, scope, and prioritization.
+ Establish key program metrics and manage teams to take action outside their comfort zone to ensure program success when metrics deviate from Plan of Record.
+ Identify and secure resources to ensure alignment of the team with program/technology demand for multiple medium-sized programs with moderate complexity.
+ Drive teams to identify program issues/risks and create a risk mitigation plan for multiple medium-sized or a single complex program(s). Maintain and update the risk tracker.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Master's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
+ PMP Certification and/or Agile Certification
+ 15+ years Program Management experience or related work experience.
+ 10+ years working with operating budgets, resources, and/or project financials.
+ 10+ years in firmware development
+ 5+ years experience with agile program management tools such as Jira and Confluence.
+ 3+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
+ 3+ years experience working in a large matrixed organization.
+ 3+ years experience with firmware development
**Level of Responsibility:**
+ Autonomy: Work independently with minimal supervision.
+ Communication: Use verbal and written skills to convey complex information to diverse audiences, including senior leadership and large groups.
+ Influence: Have a notable impact on key organizational decisions by providing input to senior leadership.
+ Task Management: Execute multi-step tasks requiring simultaneous cognitive abilities and memory management.
+ Innovation: Exercise exceptional creativity to develop new ideas and innovative products/processes.
+ Problem Solving: Use deductive and inductive reasoning to solve complex problems with advanced data analysis and interpretation.
+ Strategic Planning: Occasionally partake in strategic planning affecting immediate operations within own area.
**Where you will be working**
Cork has a proud reputation as Ireland's second largest economic engine and is now one of the Top 20 location choices in Europe with 39,000 people being employed by over 170 overseas companies.
There's a growing diversity in the region with people from many nationalities relocating to Cork, relishing the opportunity to work and live in a location that offers an excellent quality of life.
A gateway to Europe, Cork airport provides access to almost 50 international destinations including transatlantic air routes.
**Equal Opportunities**
We are an Equal Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected classification.
**What's on Offer**
Apart from working in an open, relaxed and collaborative space, you will enjoy:
+ Salary, stock and performance related bonus
+ Maternity/Paternity Leave
+ Employee stock purchase scheme
+ Matching pension scheme
+ Education Assistance
+ Relocation and immigration support (if needed)
+ Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance
+ Subsidised memberships for physical and mental well-being
+ Bicycle purchase scheme
+ Employee run clubs, including, running, football, chess, badminton + many more
**Minimum Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or related field and 5+ years of Engineering Operations or related work experience.
OR
Associate's degree and 7+ years of Engineering Operations or related work experience.
OR
High School Diploma or equivalent and 9+ years of Engineering Operations or related work experience.
*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.
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Google welcomes people with disabilities.
Minimum qualifications:
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
+ 10 years of experience in engineering technical project/program management.
+ Experience planning power transmission and substation infrastructure projects, capacity reservation processes.
+ Experience managing relationships and leading critical negotiations for infrastructure projects.
Preferred qualifications:
+ Master's degree in Engineering.
+ EIT or a Licenced Professional Engineer with equivalent experience or Applicable sustainable infrastructure certification.
+ Experience with techno-economic analysis/financial modeling for electric transmission or substation infrastructure projects.
+ Experience with planning, negotiating, developing, and commissioning of large-scale electric transmission or substation infrastructure projects.
+ Ability to independently develop data-driven technical insights and translate into executable commercial solutions for the business at-large.
+ Proven track-record in a cross-functional role at the interface of engineering and commercial teams.
Google's infrastructure needs go far beyond server computers. As Google's products and services scale the globe, the Strategic Negotiation team works behind the scenes to secure infrastructure for Google's future -- everything from underwater cables to physical data center space. As a Strategic Negotiator, you combine your deep market knowledge of a given sector with tech industry savvy to negotiate cost-effective solutions to support Google's infrastructure growth. You'll work with specific project teams on discussing agreements, managing vendor and partner relationships and presenting agreement recommendations to our leadership. Your successful negotiations have the potential to save Google money in operating costs and impact every part of the business.
In this role, you will work across our EMEA portfolio to optimize Data Center energy supply and transmission capacity with innovative technical projects, partnerships and transactions. You will work in partnership with stakeholders across Energy and Location Strategy (ELS), as well as other teams within Technical Infrastructure, Finance, and Legal. This is a dynamic role, working closely with a worldwide network of internal stakeholders as well as strategic external partners to support the growth of Google Data Center's Clean Energy & Power infrastructure portfolio.
+ Support site specific energy supply growth efforts and data center interconnection strategy and execution in partnership with local utilities and Transmission System Operators (TSOs).
+ Develop business cases for new power generation resources (either on, near, or offsite), transmission system expansion, and other novel approaches of capacity delivery for new large loads.
+ Work with execution teams across the organization, translate grid operators' technical requirements into project and future product requirements (e.g. on-site battery energy storage solutions) to guide new site selection efforts and unblock paths to grid capacity.
+ Collaborate with TSO and other stakeholders on transmission expansion plans by leading independent modeling of transmission needs and constraints search of alternative solutions to mitigate grid constraints, and assess regional resource adequacy roadmaps.
+ Optimize existing and develop new transmission infrastructure for system reliability and security of power supply.
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