The Silicon Alps Cluster is a dynamic innovation network dedicated to strengthening the electronics and microelectronics sector in southern Austria. Driven by a passion for excellence, the Cluster boosts the competitiveness and innovative power of its members, ranging from leading companies to renowned research institutions.
We are now seeking a dedicated Business Development Manager (m/f/d) for our Design department to join the AT-C3 Austrian Chips Competence Center team as soon as possible. This role involves collaborating with partners, managing innovation projects and connecting customers with the right experts to develop cutting-edge chip design solutions.
Tasks
- Collaborate with Solution Managers in partner organizations to develop project concepts for SMEs and start-ups, giving them access to design expertise and the European Chip Design Platform
- Manage and document funded (eligible) innovation projects
- Identify and coordinate expert services within the European Chips Competence Centers network, assigning tasks to external experts as needed
- Screen and prepare projects for the Project Evaluation Board
- Match customers with the right specialists, both within and beyond the network, to address their chip design needs and select the most suitable design tools
- Manage and document innovative funding innovation projects
Requirements
- A relevant academic background (e.g., Computer Engineering, Embedded Electronics, Microelectronics or VLSI Design, etc.) or equivalent qualification
- Minimum 2 years of project management experience, with the ability to work independently and take full responsibility for project execution
- Strong determination to drive business development with a customer-centric approach
- Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills
- Self-driven, highly adaptable and resilient when managing complex, high-impact projects
- Fluency in German (C1/C2) and English (C1)
Offer
- Exciting and dynamic work environment at the heart of Europe’s semiconductor innovation network
- Modern offices at the Inffeld Campus in Graz and the High-Tech Campus in Villach
- Opportunities for professional growth in a cutting-edge technology sector
- A dynamic work environment with short decision-making processes
- Space to develop your own ideas
- Support for professional and personal development
- A highly committed team with flat hierarchies, strong team spirit and a positive working environment
- A culture of values in action (professionalism, loyalty, and openness)
Details about this job
Full Time (Permanent employment)
- Monday to Friday
- 40 hours
- Willingness to travel
Place of work
- Graz
Must-have skills
- Business Development
- Market Research
- Sales Strategy
- Client Relationship Management
- Negotiation
Details about this job
Full Time (Permanent employment)
- Monday to Friday
- 40 hours
- Willingness to travel
Place of work
- Graz
Must-have skills
- Business Development
- Market Research
- Sales Strategy
- Client Relationship Management
- Negotiation
Salary
The actual salary amounts to 63,000 € gross per year (on a 40-hour basis). The salary is paid 14 times per year.
Overtime
Any accrued overtime is covered by a flat-rate payment.
Contact person
Charleen Bastian
