Full-Time

Director of Engineering Program Management

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Fellow

Fellow

51-200 employees

Designs and sells premium coffee equipment

Design
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$180k - $200kAnnually

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in the office.

Category
Hardware Engineering
Mechanical Hardware Engineering
Required Skills
Marketing

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or other technical field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • At least 8+ years of experience in Engineering or Technical Program Management, ideally in consumer electronics or appliances with a proven track record of successfully managing projects to completion
  • At least 3+ years of experience leading project management professionals
  • Innovative and creative problem solver with meticulous attention to detail and a stickler for time management
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, ability to filter and distill the relevant information to the right audience including executives, marketing, finance, and engineering
  • Comfortable with change and ambiguity with the ability to quickly propose solutions given limited guidance
  • Skilled in simplifying the complex, communicating with technical and non-technical team members effectively
  • PMP certification is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Grow a team of Hardware Engineering Program Managers who each lead multiple NPI projects each from concept to mass production and launch
  • Manage accurate reporting on program status, risks, and resource utilization. At times, make the case for realignment according to business needs and priorities
  • Champion process improvement and continual training of Fellow’s stage-gate NPI process across all functions in the company
  • Drive accountability across the company related to new product development and sustaining activities
  • Ensures that a consistent process is followed as each product reaches key milestones (PDP gate checklists)
  • Set goals and objectives, create development plans and oversee the performance assessment process
  • Lead executive updates and represent project status and project updates across our portfolio
  • Identify team and cross functional inefficiencies and drive new processes or communications to address them
  • Collaborate with internal partners in Category Management, Industrial Design, Engineering, Sourcing & Procurement, Quality, Finance, Marketing
  • Serve as a liaison between the COO and various departments, ensuring fluid communication and collaboration
  • Coordinate and manage strategic projects within the product and operations departments, from planning to execution
  • Manage the product development budgeting and resourcing processes
Desired Qualifications
  • PMP certification is a plus

Fellow Industries, Inc. designs and sells high-quality coffee brewing equipment and accessories, including electric kettles, coffee grinders, and travel mugs. Their products focus on aesthetics, functionality, and precision to enhance the coffee brewing experience for both individual enthusiasts and professional baristas. Fellow operates primarily through a direct-to-consumer model, selling products via their online store and flagship retail locations in San Francisco and Los Angeles. This approach allows them to maintain control over customer experience and build brand loyalty. Unlike many competitors, Fellow emphasizes innovative product design and customer feedback to continually improve their offerings. The company's goal is to provide top-tier coffee brewing solutions that cater to the growing demand for premium coffee experiences.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$39.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing home coffee brewing trend boosts demand for Fellow's premium products.
  • Fellow's partnerships with influencers like Morgan Drinks Coffee enhance brand visibility.
  • The rise of smart kitchen appliances offers opportunities for IoT integration in products.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging brands with lower prices threaten Fellow's market share.
  • Supply chain issues could delay production and increase costs for premium products.
  • Economic downturns may reduce consumer spending on high-end coffee equipment.

What makes Fellow unique

  • Fellow's Stagg EKG Pro Kettle is a favorite, winning multiple design awards.
  • The Aiden Precision Coffee Maker won the 2024 Good Housekeeping Best Kitchen Gear Award.
  • Fellow's direct-to-consumer model enhances customer experience and brand loyalty.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Company Equity

Employee Discounts