Technical Project Manager | Projektmanager (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This role is ideal for a professional who can seamlessly merge technical expertise with robust project management skills, operating at the critical intersection of the customer, technology, product, and business units. Based in Jena, the Technical Project Manager will take end-to-end responsibility for complex client projects, specifically within Thin Film Measurement Systems, spanning from the initial quotation phase through to final customer acceptance, installation, and delivery. Key responsibilities include coordinating internal and external stakeholders (R&D, manufacturing, service, key account management), managing technical specifications, and ensuring projects adhere to scope, budget, and timeline. Candidates must possess a degree in Physics or Engineering and solid professional experience in technical project management, ideally with exposure to optics or photonics. Strong communication skills in both German and English are essential for success in this customer-facing, high-impact role.