With roots in the Southern part of Finland, Kempower is a globally operating DC fast charger designer and manufacturer with a vision to create the world’s most desired EV fast charging solutions for everyone, everywhere.

At Kempower, we're driving the Electric Vehicle evolution to create a cleaner and quieter environment for everyone. We inspire global audiences to join the electric movement and be the change our planet needs. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and want to plug into a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

Our Culture fosters a positive work environment where every voice is valued. Regardless of job titles, we're united by our can-do attitude and collaborative spirit. With a diverse team representing over 40 nationalities, we celebrate unique perspectives and encourage continuous learning and growth.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a dynamic Research Project Manager to join our Research and Innovation team. This role is essential for managing our EV charging related publicly funded research projects and ensuring the company’s ability to absorb and implement innovations from research projects effectively. The Project Manager will manage Kempower's involvement in complex, multi-partner international projects and act as a bridge between internal teams and external research partners.

ROLE SPECIFICS:

• Project Management: Manage Kempower’s involvement in publicly funded R&D projects, including EU Horizon Europe, Chips Joint Undertaking (JU), and Business Finland Co-Innovation projects.
• Consortium Collaboration: Work closely with international research partners in multi-organization consortium projects, ensuring alignment with Kempower’s objectives and fostering effective collaboration across stakeholders.
• Project Deliverables: Take responsibility for fulfilling project deliverables and achieving defined objectives.
• Internal Resource Management: Guide and coordinate internal resources from various departments (beyond the Research function) to ensure effective contribution to project goals.
• Innovation Absorption: Actively communicate and facilitate the integration of project deliverables, innovation outcomes, and consortium insights into Kempower’s research team and other internal functions to enable innovation actions.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure full compliance with funding agency requirements, including timely reporting, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Proposal Development: Support the preparation of competitive funding proposals and detailed project plans.
• Risk & Budget Management: Monitor project risks, budgets, and timelines, ensuring proactive mitigation and optimal resource utilization.
• Project Management Development: Continuously develop research project management methods to maximize innovation absorption across the organization.

At Kempower, we work in a hybrid model. You can be based in Lahti, Lappeenranta, Helsinki, or Tampere, but we expect a readiness to travel as part of the role.

We have research offices in Lahti and in Lappeenranta where our newly opened research office right at the heart of LUT university Lappeenranta campus. Both of these offices allows us to work closely with LUT's researchers and students.

WHY JOIN US?

We foster an Innovative Culture, we're not just developing products; we're evolving as individuals and as a team. At Kempower, you'll find an open and flexible work culture where your voice is heard, and your ideas are valued. At Kempower, we see learning as a talent and are committed to helping you grow whether it’s through daily learning, mentorship, training programs, or opportunities for advancement.

We believe in integrity, open doors, and honest conversations. You'll have the chance to take ownership of your work, drive your career development, and shape our company's future.

As we are committed to prioritizing your well-being, you will enjoy the flexibility to balance work and life with hybrid work options, comprehensive occupational healthcare services, extensive insurances, rewarding and motivating compensation packages, and the freedom to choose the equipment you need to excel in your role. We also offer various other benefits such as sports, culture, well-being and bike, or you can choose to spend one workday participating in charity work.

We embrace Cross-Team Collaborations. You'll collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, working together to grow our business and reach our shared goals.

WHAT HELPS YOU SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE

• Experience in publicly funded research projects, especially within EU and Finnish funding frameworks.
• Degree in engineering, science, or a related field (e.g., electronics, embedded or cloud software, energy, mechanics, automation, thermodynamics, business, etc.).
• Understanding of Horizon Europe, Chips Joint Undertaking (JU), and Business Finland Co-Innovation programs.
• Experience in Industrial Research and Development (R&D).
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and collaborate with external research partners.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

As our official company language is English, proficiency in spoken and written English is required; Finnish language skills are considered an asset.

APPLY NOW!

Are You ready to be the change? Join us in powering planet cool then! We're excited to hear from you.

Submit your application before 6.11 through our online application form. We will review applications on a rolling basis and may close the application period earlier if we find the right candidate. For inquiries, contact Ville Naumanen at +358 400 299 938 on Wednesday 29.10 between 9.00-10.00 or Tuesday 4.11 between 9.00-10.00 AM.

Please note: For GDPR compliance reasons, please submit your application via our application form.

LOCATION: Lahti, Lappeenranta, Tampere, Helsinki

Kempower is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Our employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, or any other status protected by laws and regulations. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics, and we encourage applicants of all ages.

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