Project Portfolio Manager, Microelectronics and quantum technology
VTTFinland3 hours ago
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Are you experienced project manager interested in being part of project portfolio management in microelectronics and quantum technologies and pilot lines? Are you looking for a new job opportunity? Would you like to commercialize and develop innovative technology with superb colleagues who are top experts in their field? VTT might be just the place for you.
VTT is one of the leading applied research organisations in Europe. What unites us are curiosity, a passion for learning and a purpose: to solve the biggest challenges of our time and turn them into sustainable growth and well-being. Our cross-disciplinary community of over 2300 brilliant minds from 60 different nationalities is focused on creating impact through science-based innovation. Get to know us further by exploring VTT's tech & infra .
We are now looking for a Project Portfolio Manager to lead the entire pilot line project portfolio in Microelectronics and Quantum technology area
We are seeking an experienced project management professional to drive and coordinate the strategic pilot line initiative and manage this pilot line project portfolio as a whole. In this role, you will ensure the quality and timely execution of the EU Chips JU pilot line projects that VTT is part of, ensuring that budgets are kept, timelines are met, and objectives reached both within the separate projects as well as from the entire project portfolio and research area point of view. The pilot lines include significant capex investments into the cleanroom environment, process and technology development and pilot fabrication service offering. Location: Espoo
Our research area develops cutting-edge microelectronics, photonics, and quantum technologies for computing, sensing, and connectivity, with applications in for example 6G, new space, defense, electrification, and medical sectors. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology and accelerate innovation in collaboration with leading companies, universities, and research organizations.
You will be responsible for:
Please send your CV with your salary request via our recruitment system by 18 January 2026 at the latest.
Interested and want to know more?
For further information, you can contact Vice President, Microelectronics and Quantum Technology, Pekka Pursula (+358 40 7384986) on Wednesday 7.1.2026 at 13-15 o'clock Finnish time.
We look forward to hearing from you!
VTT
VTT is a visionary research, development and innovation partner. We drive sustainable growth and tackle the biggest global challenges of our time and turn them into growth opportunities. We go beyond the obvious to help the society and companies to grow through technological innovations. We have 80 years of experience in cutting-edge research and science-based results. VTT is at the sweet spot where innovation and business come together.
VTT – beyond the obvious.
Location: Tietotie 3
VTT is one of the leading applied research organisations in Europe. What unites us are curiosity, a passion for learning and a purpose: to solve the biggest challenges of our time and turn them into sustainable growth and well-being. Our cross-disciplinary community of over 2300 brilliant minds from 60 different nationalities is focused on creating impact through science-based innovation. Get to know us further by exploring VTT's tech & infra .
We are now looking for a Project Portfolio Manager to lead the entire pilot line project portfolio in Microelectronics and Quantum technology area
We are seeking an experienced project management professional to drive and coordinate the strategic pilot line initiative and manage this pilot line project portfolio as a whole. In this role, you will ensure the quality and timely execution of the EU Chips JU pilot line projects that VTT is part of, ensuring that budgets are kept, timelines are met, and objectives reached both within the separate projects as well as from the entire project portfolio and research area point of view. The pilot lines include significant capex investments into the cleanroom environment, process and technology development and pilot fabrication service offering. Location: Espoo
Our research area develops cutting-edge microelectronics, photonics, and quantum technologies for computing, sensing, and connectivity, with applications in for example 6G, new space, defense, electrification, and medical sectors. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology and accelerate innovation in collaboration with leading companies, universities, and research organizations.
You will be responsible for:
- Lead and ensure quality of the execution of the pilot line project portfolio
- Drive portfolio-level decision-making to balance resources, risks, and project priorities
- Monitor project performance, conducting analyses, and providing insights for leadership
- Support project managers in creating robust plans and ensuring financial and operational sustainability
- Facilitate stakeholder communication and alignment across VTT’s business units
- Participate in governance meetings and ensuring compliance with portfolio policies
- Develop and own our project portfolio and project reporting practices
- Proven experience in project management at a senior level, with a track record of leading complex, cross-functional projects.
- Minimum of 5+ years of project management experience
- Understands project governance, resource allocation, and risk management
- Possesses strong analytical skills and budgeting acumen
- Communicates clearly and persuasively with diverse stakeholders
- Thrives in a collaborative, network-driven environment
- Experience from the microelectronics industry is an asset.
- Is fluent in English
- Like to mentor and support project managers and colleagues.
- Have a strategic mindset and ability to see the big picture.
- Have courage to propose solutions and make decisions that maximize our project portfolio impact.
- Have good management and influencing skills.
- Visionary work in technology. We offer positions at the cutting-edge of technology and engineering from next generation microelectronics and quantum technology to automation and robotics, energy systems and more. Our research agenda is dedicated to creating sustainable growth by solving systemic and technological challenges, so your work will go towards creating real, positive impact. Read more about our strategy – the path of exponential hope .
- Fascinating projects, excellent research environment. With us, you get to work on a combination of cutting-edge academic research and applied customer projects, both locally and internationally.
- Great career opportunities, superb colleagues. At VTT, excellence in research is a strategic priority. We offer long-term positions and stable career paths in top-level research. People tend to stay with us over 10 years since there are always new roles and responsibilities to grow into. Collaborating in a cross-disciplinary community with superb colleagues is a source of learning, inspiration, and fun.
- Support for your well-being. Our people are our main asset, so we take good care of them. We aim to nurture excellent team spirit and leadership and offer versatile well-being services to enable a good work-life balance. On top of 6 weeks of paid holidays annually (after one year of work), we offer exercise and culture benefits, hobby clubs, and other versatile services aiming to support you occupational wellbeing.
Please send your CV with your salary request via our recruitment system by 18 January 2026 at the latest.
Interested and want to know more?
For further information, you can contact Vice President, Microelectronics and Quantum Technology, Pekka Pursula (+358 40 7384986) on Wednesday 7.1.2026 at 13-15 o'clock Finnish time.
We look forward to hearing from you!
VTT
VTT is a visionary research, development and innovation partner. We drive sustainable growth and tackle the biggest global challenges of our time and turn them into growth opportunities. We go beyond the obvious to help the society and companies to grow through technological innovations. We have 80 years of experience in cutting-edge research and science-based results. VTT is at the sweet spot where innovation and business come together.
VTT – beyond the obvious.
Location: Tietotie 3
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