R&D Project Manager for Transport Systems

ABB Inc.
parental leave
United States, North Carolina, Cary
305 Gregson Drive (Show on map)
Oct 18, 2025
At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world. This Position reports to: Product Owner Your Role: Own the Challenge Independently managing development projects from conception to production, including planning resources, time, and costs within project management, is essential. Utilizing both agile and classical methods ensures optimal team efficiency, while leading and coordinating the project team fosters seamless collaboration. Close cooperation with internal departments, as well as external contacts, further supports successful project execution. Furthermore: Act as an interface to product management and sales. Monitor project progress and ensure goal alignment. Improve internal processes towards greater agility (Scrum, Kanban). Maintain project documentation and provide reports. What it takes to Run what runs the world Completed technical education (HTL with several years of professional experience or FH/Uni) Knowledge and experience in the application of agile as well as classical project management ethods in product development High interest in organizational activities and high degree of quality awareness Strong team orientation and excellent communication skills Independent, systematic way of working with a high level of initiative Confident appearance towards external contacts Willingness to learn and team spirit and enthusiasm for innovative system solutions Very good German and good English skills Why join our company? Work-Life Balance - Flexible working models, including flextime and hybrid options, to support your personal and professional life. Health & Well-being - Access to various health measures, a Global Employee Assistance Program, and a gender-neutral parental leave policy. Financial Perks - Participation in the Global Employee Shareholder Acquisition Program (ESAP) and meal allowances. Career Growth - Extensive training opportunities and structured development programs to help you advance. Inclusive Culture - A dynamic, international work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. In accordance with the collective agreement for the electrical and electronics industry in Austria, the minimum salary for this position is 3.775,27 - 4.341,85 gross per month as of May 2025. There is a clear willingness to offer compensation above the collectively agreed minimum salary, depending on qualifications and experience. More about us: ABB's Machine Automation Division (B&R) is an innovative automation company headquartered in Austria with additional offices around the world. B&R became part of ABB's Robotics & Discrete Automation division in 2017 and, together with the ABB Robotics division, employs more than 11,000 people at over 100 locations in more than 53 countries. As a leading global provider of automation solutions, B&R develops, produces and sells industrial electronics, software solutions and mechatronic solutions as well as technologies for machine and factory automation. Since 2020, B&R's automation portfolio has also included Codian brand delta robots. With its innovative solutions, B&R sets new standards and consistently exceeds its customers' expectations. #ABBcareers#LI-Hybrid Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World. We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.