Innovation Manager (f/m/d)
25.02.2026
At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.
For our Product Line Special Lifting Solutions we are looking for a motivated and dedicated Innovation Manager (f/m/d) to drive Innovation processes and develop an environment that actively supports, promotes and generates innovation and ideas.
Your Responsibilities
Define innovation priorities based on the product line strategy
Manage and shape idea management and innovation processes within the product line and coordinate improvements of these processes
Technology scouting (trend radar) and market observation regarding changes and future concepts
Define design guidelines for all products within the product line in close cooperation with Product Marketing
Align processes with CoE, other product lines and necessary functions within GPO as the contact person in terms of innovation and be the first to contact regarding Patents and IP
Your Qualifications
Completed technical training (university/university of applied sciences/HTL) in the field of innovation, design, engineering or product management
First professional experience with Innovation, Innovation processes and/or product management
Innovative and forward thinking with a structured approach to fulfill tasks
Excellent intercultural communication skills, strong analytical abilities and willingness to drive and define processes
Fluency in spoken and written English (German skills are a plus), willingness to travel internationally
Benefits
Flexible working hours with no core time and possibility to work from home
Further training and international career opportunities
Corporate health management "PALfit
Company restaurant with freshly prepared meals and daily meal subsidy (at the Vienna site: Edenred card)
Job ticket for travel to and from PALFINGER
Numerous employee discounts through Corporate Benefits
Salary
Minimum yearly gross salary according to the Austrian metal industry collective agreement is EUR 53 241,02 based on full-time employment. According to experience and qualification, we offer a market-conforming overpayment.
Contact
Yoanna Tsocheva
Talent Acquisition Specialist EMEA
Email: jobs@palfinger.com
Location: Köstendorf
Palfinger Europe GmbH
Moosmühlstraße 1, 5203 Köstendorf
Austria
Location Benefits
Learning Opportunities
Company Doctor
Food Allowances
Company mobile phone (function related)
Fitness Programs
Flexible Working Hours
Health Measures
Good transport connection
Homeoffice (function related)
Canteen
Employee discounts
Parking facilities
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