Hardware Project Manager

We are looking for a Project Manager with experience in highly complex technical projects.  The Project Management function at Apptronik serves as the integrator of the various other business functions that includes engineering, operations, and business development.  Your role is to help consolidate these various interests and drive the projects forward to meet both the individual goals of each specific project while also achieving the company’s vision.    

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Management of multiple small projects in parallel in a technical and innovative environment
• Track and coordinate project to analyze completion against short and long term goals
• Regularly interact with cross functional team and customers for project updates 
• Balance inter-department needs (engineering, product, business development); owner of project deliverables 
• Identify key risks during project execution, and drive technical team toward solutions
• Self motivated & proactive, demonstrating creative and critical thinking capabilities
• Up to 15% travel

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent written and oral communication in highly technical applications   
• Excellent interpersonal and team management skills     
• Detailed knowledge of product development process and cycles
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals & manufacturing processes
• Ability to tolerate stress involved with managing multiple highly complex projects   
• Experience setting up project schedules & work breakdown structures
• Working knowledge of project management tools (Microsoft Project, Trello, Jira, etc.)   
• Excellent knowledge of business software tools (Microsoft office suite, G-Suite, Dropbox, etc.)  

Preferred:

• Experience as a practicing Electrical Engineer or similar
• Experience with high volume manufacturing
• Bilingual – English/Spanish

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• BS in mechanical or electrical engineering (similar)
• At least 2-5 years of experience in project management or PCBa Development

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
• Hearing and speech to communicate

Work From Home (WFH) Details: 

• On-site with WFH based on company policy

Perks:

• Competitive salary w/ benefits
• Highly motivating equity incentive package
• Flexible work hours policy
• Professional development opportunities
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k plan