Synectics Inc. · 1 week ago
Project Design Manager
Milwaukee, WI
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSynectics Inc. is seeking a Project Design Manager to lead the development and implementation of new product development projects. The role involves collaboration with various teams and management of project schedules, budgets, and risks to ensure successful product delivery.
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Responsibilities
The Project Manager role leads the development and implementation of new product development projects for the Sensing, Safety, & Industrial Components (SIC) business
The projects include new product introduction, brand label, and co-developed products all of which use an Agile framework in their development process
You will collaborate with Engineering, Product Marketing, Manufacturing, and other resources needed to deliver a successful product
The Project Manager will plan and manage the project schedules, monitor the project budget, and support the team through risk mitigation to ensure the project is a success
You will be responsible for managing project planning and execution activities, coordinating resources, and managing finances for product development projects
You will lead teams comprised of cross-functional resources for the development and implementation of new product design which include manufacturing, sourcing, and quality
You will support the Agile framework that that each of your projects operates under
You will monitor the project timeline, key milestones, and budget
You will identify, mitigate, and communicate project risks and issues to various stakeholder groups
You have the basic understanding of the software, firmware, mechanical, electrical and hardware engineering disciplines needed for planning and risk mitigation discussions within projects
You will report to business management and senior management on progress while ensuring the project commitments are achieved
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
Typically requires a minimum 5+ Years experience managing projects in an Engineering-focused Product Development environment
Project Management certificate or PMP certification
Experience with and/or certification in one or more agile methodologies, e.g. certified scrum master
Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills
Experience planning projects with Project applications (i.e. Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, etc.)
Experience with Atlassian suite of applications: Jira, Jira Align and Confluence
Experience with standardized Product Development processes including use of stage gating
Demonstrated project experience with mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineering disciplines
Benefits
Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.
Company
Synectics Inc.
Synectics Inc. is a premier national staffing firm founded in 1984, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Melissa Lounds
Executive Vice President, Strategic Partnerships
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