NOVENCO Building & Industry develops energy-efficient ventilation solutions for commercial and industrial customers worldwide. Our Design to Order projects transform customer-specific requirements into engineered solutions that meet demanding performance, quality and delivery expectations. To support continued growth and increasing project complexity, we are looking for an experienced R&D Design to Order Project Manager to lead cross-functional engineering projects from customer specification through design, validation and final delivery.
Your ImpactLead cross‑functional R&D projects across scope, milestones and deliverables, ensuring execution stays on schedule, within budget and to specification.
Own technical requirements, risk assessments, design reviews and validation activities, aligning Engineering, Product and Manufacturing around outcomes.
Coordinate with Product Management, Operations, Procurement and After‑sales to support design for manufacturability, serviceability and regulatory compliance.
Manage supplier and partner relationships, overseeing technical specifications, sample reviews and issue resolution with test houses.
Ensure controlled engineering documentation, change management, and verification/validation records, including handover packages for production and service.
Drive continuous improvement using DFMEA to reduce cost, improve reliability and shorten development cycles.
Reporting and planning: Maintain project plans, risk registers and status reports; communicate progress and key decisions to stakeholders and senior management.
Proven project management experience in R&D or product development for industrial equipment, HVAC, fans or related mechanical/electrical systems.
Technical background (mechanical, electrical, mechatronics or equivalent) with demonstrable experience turning requirements into manufacturable designs.
Experience with product development tools and methods such as CAD, DFMEA, test plans, prototypes and verification/validation processes.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; able to lead cross‑disciplinary teams and influence decisions across functions.
Structured and data‑driven mindset for solving problems, with a clear focus on quality, risk mitigation and continuous improvement.
Experience working with suppliers and third‑party partners, including technical follow‑up and commercial awareness.
Opportunity to lead high‑impact product development projects for a market‑leading company in energy‑efficient fan solutions.
Competitive salary and employee benefits in line with company policy.
25 days’ annual leave plus 5 days Feriefri after qualifying period.
Standard auto‑enrolment pension scheme and access to a healthcare scheme.
Access to a healthcare scheme
Company mobile phone and laptop.
Professional development and training through NOVENCollege, with clear progression paths.
Inclusive work culture that values diversity and equal opportunity.
This is a onsite role at our HQ in Næstved. The role reports to the Director R&D and will collaborate closely with the R&D Team, Product Management, Engineering, Sourcing, Operations and After‑sales. The position will involve regular interaction with manufacturing sites and external partners and may include travel.
How to applyPlease submit your CV via our careers page. Applications are reviewed on receipt and interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis.
NOVENCO Building & Industry is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.
Skills Required
- Proven project management experience in R&D or product development for industrial equipment, HVAC, fans or related systems.
- Technical background in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics or equivalent engineering discipline.
- Experience with CAD and product development tools, DFMEA, test plans, prototyping and verification/validation processes.
- Experience supporting design for manufacturability, serviceability and regulatory compliance.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; ability to lead cross‑disciplinary teams.
- Structured, data‑driven problem‑solving mindset focused on quality, risk mitigation and continuous improvement.
- Experience working with suppliers and third‑party partners, including technical follow‑up and sample/test coordination.
- Ability to work onsite at the company HQ in Naestved and to travel to manufacturing sites and external partners as needed.
What We Do
NOVENCO Building & Industry is a global leader in high-efficiency ventilation solutions. They develop fans and fan solutions that deliver exceptional energy efficiency, reliable performance, and long-term durability, even under the harshest conditions. Their systems are utilized worldwide in mission-critical environments, including data centers, car parks, tunnels, and high-rise buildings, to ensure safety, comfort, and operational stability.
