Project Manager III

Thermo Fisher Scientific View all jobs

Hyderabad, Telangana Andhra Pradesh
Permanent
Full-time

17 days ago

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)Job DescriptionAbout ThermoFisher ScientificThermoFisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $45 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.Whether our customers are advancing life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving laboratory efficiency, enhancing patient health through diagnostics, or developing and manufacturing life-changing therapies, we are committed to supporting them.Our global team delivers an exceptional combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands such as Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD.Role & ResponsibilitiesAs a Project Leader III, you will lead the design, development, and qualification of laboratory products manufactured across global sites, while driving cost optimization and design standardization initiatives.

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex, high-impact projects in a program management capacity
Drive the design and qualification of globally manufactured products, ensuring compliance with engineering and quality standards
Execute and lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives to identify and implement cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality or performance
Conduct product cost analysis, teardown benchmarking, and competitive assessments to drive informed decision-making
Deliver measurable business impact, including ~$1M annual cost savings
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and at or below target cost through robust engineering planning (quality, cost, schedule, and risk)
Provide regular updates on project progress, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders
Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to analyze issues and drive effective resolutions
Collaborate effectively with sourcing, operations, quality, service, and global R&D teams, as well as external suppliers and partners
Support the development of team capability by mentoring team members and building technical depth across product lines
Promote a culture of continuous learning by coordinating technical training, addressing skill gaps, and strengthening the technical talent pipeline
Perform cost-benefit analyses and validate annualized savings for projects

Skills & Proficiencies

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
10+ years of relevant experience, with a strong track record in product design, qualification, and VAVE/cost optimization initiatives
Proven experience in leading end-to-end VAVE projects (from scoping through implementation)
Strong expertise in product cost analysis, teardown, competitive benchmarking, and engineering optimization techniques
Experience managing complex, cross-functional projects or programs
Good understanding of global engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and product qualification processes
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment
Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience mentoring and developing team members

Preferred Qualifications

VAVE and/or PMP certification
Experience with PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter) and CAD tools such as UG/NX, along with working knowledge of simulation tools like Ansys

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