Engineering Project Manager

Company: PDS Tech, Inc.
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: January 10, 2021

Job Description:

PDS Tech, Inc. is seeking a Engineering Project Manager, in Santa Clara, CA.Summary:As an Engineering Project Manager within the Product Design organization you will be responsible for managing the development andimplementation process for one of our Input Device Hardware product development teams. In this role you will drive the day-to-day activitiesto meet the overall program objectives focusing on mechanical engineering design, development planning and validation cycles.Description: * Enable the development effort by creating and monitoring an efficient, streamlined process* Create and maintain project schedules to meet market delivery date* Identify and direct all resources required to execute successful completion of product development tasks* Lead a cross-functional team of mechanical engineers, utilizing a solid ME background to recognize, assess and communicate* cross-functional issues and risks* Drive day-to-day activities to meet overall project objectives including calling and running meetings among engineering* stakeholders* Redirect pitfalls and develop a better course of action including preparing and executing contingency plans should main plans fail* Collaborate and facilitate communication across engineering, operations, and marketing managers and OEM partners to meet* aggressive cost, schedule, and quality goals* Lead cross-functional communication between project teams and external vendors via leading face-to-face meetings, conference* calls and written communications* Provide timely issue resolution and critical path management* Offer multiple levels of status via written and verbal communication* Understand technical issues and drive them to closure by bringing together key stakeholders for decision makingKey Qualifications:The Successful candidate is a Project/Program Manager with a minimum of 2+ years of related mechanical or electrical engineeringbackground in mobile, computer or consumer electronics.The ideal candidate was a practicing engineer prior to becoming a project manager. * Excellent communication, organizational, presentation and leadership skills* Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience* Self motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities* Understands and deals well with rapid development cycles; remains flexible and calm in the face of ambiguity* Detailed knowledge of product development processes as well as a strong understanding of manufacturing processes* At least 2-4+ years of combined experience in project management and engineering delivering products comprised of multiple materials and high esthetic quality.* Experience interfacing with operations, mechanical engineering/design and marketingEducation: * BS degree required* Field of study: engineering (ME) preferredPDS Tech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.Founded in 1977, PDS Tech, Inc. is one of the nation's premier specialty staffing firms with 31 offices nationwide. We offer a full range of benefits including:* Health insurance* Paid holidays* Weekly payroll* Immediate 401(k) eligibility* Completion Bonuses* Training* Please note availability of benefits may vary by positionPDS specializes in Engineering and IT arenas including Aerospace, Defense, Electronics, Telecommunications, Automotive, and Energy just to name a few. Our reputation, track record, and years of continuous growth reflect the commitment to quality that our employees and clients experience first-hand. To find out more about PDS, please visit www.pdstech.com$$$ PDS pays for referrals! $$$

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