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In this role, you will work directly on-site at the client and take on a central role in the planning, management, and coordination of complex development projects.\nYou will support the client's department head in implementing strategic goals, coordinate interdisciplinary project teams, and accompany new vehicle projects throughout the entire development process, from the concept phase and prototype validation through development and testing to start of production (SOP). In doing so, you will ensure structured project execution, transparent communication, and adherence to deadlines, requirements, and quality standards.\nThe position is part of our UI/UX team in Shanghai, organized as an on-site assignment at our client's premises, and is available immediately.\nThe employing entity is Kurbos Industrial Product Design (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (studiokurbos China). 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