Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry's best clinical, research and support networks. That's why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life's opportunities.

The Opportunity

The Process Engineering Project Manager is responsible for supporting the execution of Supply Chain and R&D group projects by developing, strategizing, and communicating actionable and robust plans. This role ensures alignment across Process Engineering, R&D, and Manufacturing teams from initiation to handover, while driving the integration of supply chain strategies and ensuring compliance with Cochlear's Quality Management System (QMS) and international regulations.

Responsibilities include:

As a Process Engineering Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading cross-functional projects that support the strategic goals of the Supply Chain and R&D functions. You will contribute to the end-to-end execution of initiatives by ensuring alignment, planning, and delivery across teams:

1. Project Management

• Lead and manage moderate to complex projects from concept through to completion across multiple regions and business units.
• Develop, strategize, and communicate robust project plans and roadmaps to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate and align activities between Process Engineering, R&D, and Manufacturing to ensure seamless handover and execution.
• Ensure that projects meet business requirements and are delivered in line with quality, time, and budget expectations.

2. Cross-functional Communication / Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Lead cross-functional teams, influencing diverse stakeholders to achieve project outcomes.
• Act as a key liaison between internal departments and external vendors/suppliers to maintain alignment and progress.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal teams, external suppliers, and third-party partners.
• Effectively communicate project status, challenges, and updates to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Serve as the focal point of contact for assigned projects and foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Escalate unresolved issues that require long-term decisions or cross-functional intervention.

3. Strategic Alignment & Continuous Improvement

• Integrate and promote supply chain strategies throughout the lifecycle of projects.
• Review and refine the Product Introduction Process (PIP) to enhance compliance, improve outcomes, and support efficient product launches.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains.

Position Specific Skills and Challenges

• Proficient in leading end-to-end technical and cross-functional projects.
• Skilled in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical knowledge to project execution.
• Ability to work with R&D, Process Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across multiple levels of the organization.
• Experience in evaluating and enhancing internal processes like the Product Introduction Process (PIP).
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and regulatory compliance.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio.
• Ability to create clear presentations and project documentation.

Key Requirements;

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, or Instrumentation).
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, Agile) is an advantage.
• 5-10 years of project management experience in a technical or engineering environment.
• Proven experience in leading end-to-end project planning and delivery.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Visio.
• Strong communication skills across all organizational levels (technical and non-technical).
• Analytical thinking and effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities under tight timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while aligning with broader team objectives.

Cochlear Malaysia provides shared services to support Cochlear's global operations. The growing team of professionals in Malaysia provides critical support in areas such as IT infrastructure and applications, development and testing, business intelligence development and support, procurement, customer service, service and repairs and returned device analysis engineering.

If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.