Project Manager - Internal Systems & AI

Products

In the Products business unit at TÜV Rheinland, we are looking for talents who want to stand with us at the forefront of safety, quality, and innovation. Our goal is to make products safe and compliant with standards in international markets – from consumer goods to highly complex medical devices. In doing so, we support companies in complying with national and international standards. Our focus is on the challenges of digitalization, sustainability, and global trade requirements. Whether smart technologies, sustainable materials, or the safety of connected products – we actively shape the future of product safety.

Our Core Areas

• Softlines: Testing, inspection, and certification services for textiles, clothing, footwear, leather goods, and other consumer products.
• Hardlines: Safety and quality testing for household goods, toys, furniture, sports equipment, tools, and DIY products.
• Electrical: Testing and certification of electrical and electronic products, from household appliances to industrial control systems.
• Solar & Commercial: Quality assurance and certification of photovoltaic modules, inverters, and commercial technical installations.
• Medical: Comprehensive testing and certification for medical devices, from diagnostic equipment to implants, including regulatory consulting.

Join a Strong Team!

At TÜV Rheinland, you can contribute and expand your expertise in an international environment. We offer a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation, embracing diversity and continuous learning. Together, we shape a future where safety and quality go hand in hand.

Job Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering strategic projects focused on internal systems within a Notified Body environment for medical device certification. This role plays a critical part in driving digital transformation, including the development and implementation of AI-enabled solutions and end-to-end (E2E) system improvements that support certification processes. The position requires strong cross-functional collaboration, ensuring alignment between technical, operational, legal, and leadership teams while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

Reports to: Global Head of Projects – Medical.

Hours: 20 hours per week minimum.

Job Description

Project Delivery & Management

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of internal systems projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Manage full project lifecycles, from concept and requirements gathering through to implementation and post-delivery review.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, risk registers, and status reports.

AI & Digital Transformation

• Drive the development and integration of AI-based solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of certification processes.
• Identify opportunities for automation and innovation across internal systems and workflows.
• Work closely with IM, IT and data teams to ensure robust, secure, and compliant AI system deployment.

End-to-End (E2E) Process Improvement

• Oversee projects that span the full certification & testing lifecycle, including:
• Client onboarding and initial contact.
• Scheduling of audits and technical assessments.
• Reporting and certification outputs.
• Ensure systems are aligned to support seamless, efficient, and compliant end-to-end processes.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including:
• Continuous Improvement Manager within the Business Field.
• Technical specialists within the Business Field (e.g., engineers, certifiers, product specialists, auditors).
• Legal and compliance teams.
• IM, IT and systems development teams.
• Senior leadership and executive management.
• Act as a key point of contact, ensuring clear communication and alignment across all parties.

Reporting & Governance

• Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress, risks, and outcomes.
• Ensure all projects adhere to regulatory requirements relevant to medical device certification (e.g., MDR/IVDR frameworks).
• Support governance processes, including documentation, audit readiness, and quality management system alignment.

Risk & Change Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Manage change effectively, ensuring stakeholder buy-in and minimal disruption to business operations.

Essential Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or leading projects, ideally within regulated environments (e.g., medical devices, healthcare, or certification bodies).
• Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes and systems implementation.
• Experience delivering IT and/or digital transformation projects.
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments across technical and non-technical teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

• Experience working within a Notified Body or medical device certification environment.
• Familiarity with AI, automation, or data-driven systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as MDR and IVDR.

Benefits

• Positive working atmosphere: work for an established, significant company with a rich heritage.
• Employee events: Building, Memories, Together. Various events for employees await you!
• Employee discounts: Exclusive employee offers at attractive conditions.
• Bonus programmes: We believe in rewarding performance by recognising success.
• Flexible working hours: Balancing your private and professional life is not always easy.
• Experienced and international teams: Welcome new talent, but proud of long-standing colleagues.
• Insurance packages and health care: Physical and mental well-being of our employees is just as important to us.
• Employee training and development: Constantly growing together and learning from each other.