Project Manager - Installations (f/m/d)

Orbem is an impact-driven deep-tech scaleup with global reach, founded in Munich, Germany and now expanding internationally with our newest office in Houston, Texas. We develop fast, accurate, and accessible imaging solutions that provide access to otherwise unattainable sources of knowledge.

We seek to make a difference – and develop solutions to sustainably feed the world, accelerate the transition to a green economy, and transform disease detection.

Join us on our mission to unleash AI-powered imaging for everything and everyone.

Project Manager - Installations (f/m/d)

• Start date: As soon as possible

• Yearly Salary: €60,000 - €65,000 (fixed range, annual gross)

• Equity: €10,000 - €30,000 in company shares

• Benefits: up to €5,000 annually

• Work Model: Full-time, hybrid (based in Munich)

• Travel: Expect to travel to client locations approximately 40% of the time

Your role

As a Project Manager with a focus on Installations, you'll be the driving force behind the implementation and operation of our cutting-edge MRI machines, ensuring our technology is fully optimized for each customer's unique needs. 

You'll be part of our Field Operations team and serve as the vital link between customer requirements and practical, on-the-ground implementations. You will collaborate closely with field engineers within your team and with our product and systems engineering teams, you will ensure projects are delivered on time and are expertly tailored to specific local conditions.

You'll also enhance internal processes by providing feedback from customer and internal team collaborations, fostering innovation and improving operational efficiency.

Your day-to-day

As the primary lead for site readiness and installation, you’ll manage site investigations, work with customers and suppliers, and ensure timelines with the other teams. 

Your responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain installation roadmaps, adapting to changes as needed.

• Travel across Europe (up to 40%), mainly in the DACH region, but also to locations such as the Netherlands, France, Norway, and Denmark.

• Lead MRI and automation system installations, assessing local conditions and managing on-site implementation.

• Coordinate schedules and technical requirements with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.

• Act as the main contact from order income until installation, conducting site assessments and regular meetings with customers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure clear communication.

• Proactively identify and address project risks, implement mitigation plans, and escalate critical issues when necessary.

• Maintain project documentation and provide regular status updates and reports.

Your experiences and skills

Fit to our values

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty.

• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving.

• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond ‘doable’ and ‘reasonable’. We design a sustainable and healthy future together.

Experience and Skills:

• 2+ years of experience in project management, ideally in the installation of hardware equipment or machinery.

• German and English fluency is required (C1 level).

• EU Class B driver’s license required.

• Strong hands-on attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Willingness and ability to travel to various European sites. Travel expenses are fully covered by the company.

• Strong understanding of machinery installation processes, including site preparation, equipment setup, and troubleshooting.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

• Skilled in documenting roadmaps and installation schedules using effective visualization techniques.

What makes you stand out from other candidates

• Experience in industrial automation, electrical engineering, or medical imaging machines.

• Strong knowledge of industrial automation systems or electrical engineering practices.

• Solid understanding of civil engineering principles and the use of relevant tools.

• Comprehensive knowledge of electricity, structural mechanics (statics), construction, and water cooling systems.

• Strong understanding of the physical principles underlying MRI technology.

• Basic knowledge of the key hardware components involved in MRI scanning.

• Experience in site planning and construction within industrial settings.

• Proven track record in installing or building industrial automation systems, including robotics.

What we offer

International Environment: Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

Attractive Compensation Package:

• Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success.

• Visa & Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.

• Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

• Fitness Membership: Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.

• Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten fees.

• Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.

Work-Life Integration:

• Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.

• WFH Perks: Get €185 to upgrade your home office + a sleek external monitor on us!

• 30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.

• Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.

• Work from Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

Make a Difference: Join an ambitious, fast-growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you. 

Your team

As a Project Manager - Installations you become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: www.orbem.ai 

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognize that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!