Engineering Program Manager/Engineering Project Manager M/F (Service contract)

Role Summary

The Engineering Project Manager is part of the Program team. As an expert, he/she supports Program Managers in the general and detailed design of technical and operational solutions.

He/She defines the most appropriate operational and technical solution in order to meet customer requirements, guaranteeing perfect consistency with commercial contractual assumptions. In this capacity, the Engineering Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end definition of the solution, from operational and technical design to its validation by the client.

Responsible for the general and detailed design of the solution, he/she writes and consolidates all associated documentation (General Design – GD and Detailed Design – DD) and sets up the tests required during the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and System Acceptance Test (SAT) phases, in compliance with customer requirements, while anticipating and limiting technical risks.

With solid expertise in systems engineering, he/she offers, when relevant, solutions integrating third-party technical subsystems that create value.

Equipped with excellent analysis, synthesis and writing skills, the Engineering Project Manager shares his/her expertise with Bid Managers, Program Managers and Key Account Managers in order to enrich commercial proposals.

He/She also plays an active role during customer presentations, during which he/she defends the technical and operational solutions proposed (GD & DD) and obtains formal validation.

Finally, he/she supports the project throughout its life cycle, from its launch to its closure, ensuring the overall consistency and success of the deployed solution.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience in the industrial sector, ideally in an international environment in the role of Bid Manager/Systems Engineer or equivalent.
• Strong experience in systems engineering and program management.
• Good knowledge of IT, particularly in programming, networks and cybersecurity.
• Excellent technical mastery and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to explain complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage critical projects with tight deadlines.
• Excellent writing skills in French and English.
• Availability for international travel min 50%.
• Qualities and skills
• Autonomy
• Proactivity
• Perseverance
• Relational ease and sense of communication
• Versatility and adaptability
• Organizational skills
• Active listening
• Sense of negotiation

Technical curiosity.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe that the diversity of thinking and backgrounds of our employees contributes to the success of the company. All applications matching the profile will be considered fairly, regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, country of origin, economic situation, disability, age or any other characteristic of the candidate protected by law.

Nous sommes fiers d’être une entreprise ouverte à tous, avec des valeurs basées sur l’égalité et l’éthique, où la diversité est encouragée, appréciée, et valorisée.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website.

About the Company

At Smiths Group, we use cutting-edge technologies to design, manufacture and deliver innovative, market-leading solutions that meet the needs of our customers and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global company of approximately 14,600 employees, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on life around the world, creating an enabling environment for industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security and advancing connectivity. Our products and services are often critical to our customers' businesses, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create a competitive advantage. We integrate employees recognized for their curiosity of mind who like to take responsibility, who like to take on challenges and who are attracted by the idea of working in a company with nearly 170 years of experience in innovation and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and control technologies for the protection of people and assets, enabling safety, security and freedom of movement in today's world.