Innovation Funding

CAPGEMINI ENGINEERING Capgemini Engineering Portugal is at the forefront of secure communications innovation. As part of our Technology and Innovation Area, we are expanding our Research & Development team with a junior researcher passionate about Quantum Communications and Post-Quantum Cryptography. If you’re eager to grow your expertise and contribute to cutting-edge innovation, this is your opportunity to join a dynamic and visionary team. YOUR MISSION Are you passionate about driving innovation through strategic funding and collaborative research? At Capgemini Engineering Portugal , we believe that breakthrough ideas deserve the right support to become reality. We're looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Innovation Funding & Research Programs Manager to help us unlock the full potential of national and European funding opportunities. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our innovation strategy—connecting with top-tier partners, crafting winning proposals, and ensuring our projects receive the backing they need to thrive. If you're ready to make a real impact and help shape the future of engineering and technology, we want to hear from you. YOUR ROLE At Capgemini Engineering Portugal, we’re looking for an Innovation Funding & Research Programs Manager to lead the identification and management of national and European innovation funding opportunities Responsible for identifying, structuring, and managing national and international funding opportunities for research and innovation projects aligned with Capgemini Engineering Portugal’s strategic goals. This role is key to maximizing the impact and return on R&D investments through participation in programs such as PRR, Horizon Europe, EDF, among others. Funding Opportunity Identification: Continuously monitor, map funding opportunities across national and international programs aligned with our innovation strategy. Consortium and Partnership Management: Identify and build consortia with partners, clients, and academic institutions for joint proposal submissions. Facilitate stakeholder alignment for joint proposal submissions. Proposal Preparation and Submission: Coordinate and write funding proposals, ensuring technical quality and alignment with evaluation criteria. Maximize approval chances through effective writing and structuring strategies. Governance and Compliance: Ensure internal approval and submission processes comply with Capgemini Engineering Group policies. Coordinate with legal and Legal and Financial departments to ensure contractual compliance. Follow-up and Notification Management: Manage communications and notifications with funding bodies, ensuring continuous project follow-up. Incentive and Subsidy Management: Stay up to date with rules and opportunities for innovation subsidies. Propose strategies to increase the company’s access to available incentives. Tax Credit (SIFIDE) Management: Lead the SIFIDE application process, ensuring maximization of tax benefits. Coordinate with technical and financial teams to gather evidence and documentation. YOUR PROFILE Degree in Engineering, Management, Economics, or related fields. Minimum 3 years of experience in similar roles, with direct involvement in innovation funding programs. Deep knowledge of national and European funding mechanisms. Strong technical writing and project management skills. Fluent in Portuguese and English (written and spoken). Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE Join a multicultural and inclusive team environment. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere promoting work-life balance. Engage in exciting national and international projects. Hybrid work. Your career growth is central to our mission. Our array of career growth programs and diverse professionals are crafted to support you in exploring a world of opportunities. Training and certifications programs. Health and life insurance. Referral program with bonuses for talent recommendations. Great office locations. ABOUT CAPGEMINI Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world. Apply now