R&D Project Planning Lead (m/f/d)

We are looking for a R&D Project Planning Lead (m/f/d) to join our Automotive Intelligence & Planning team.

Type of contract: Long term contract / Permanent

Place of work: Wolfsburg

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for establishing and leading the new Project Planning Group within the R&D Division
• Create and structure candidate R&D themes based on company and business strategies
• Design and continuously improve planning, evaluation, and decision-making processes
• Evaluate, prioritize, and manage R&D themes including budget and resource perspectives
• Drive decision-making through structured analysis and stakeholder alignment
• Manage and visualize the R&D project and technology portfolio
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with engineering, business, and management teams
• Provide guidance, coaching, and development support to group members
• Act as a key interface between technical development and management decision-making

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering (e.g., mechanical, electrical, automotive, systems engineering)
• 2 years’ pertinent experience in project planning
• Strong analytical and structured thinking skills
• Understanding of automotive development processes
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Microsoft Office, collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint), basic experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI is a plus
• Fluent in English and Japanese

What we can offer you

• Flexible working hours
• Possibility of partial remote work
• A wide range of opportunities for personal development and training
• Competitive salary
• An international and multicultural working environment
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