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Nokia · 7 hours ago

Sr Technical R&D Hardware Project Manager

Nokia is seeking a Hardware R&D Project Manager Coordinator to oversee the coordination of prototype hardware builds within their Production Manufacturing environment. This role involves ensuring effective communication between engineering and manufacturing teams, troubleshooting technical issues, and managing project timelines to deliver high-quality products.

ElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareInternet of ThingsMobile DevicesTelecommunications
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Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage all prototype hardware builds, ensuring efficient and accurate execution within the Production Manufacturing environment
Translate development build requirements into actionable tasks for manufacturing teams, providing clear instructions on materials, processes, and timelines
Track and monitor the progress of prototype hardware through the production line, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring timely delivery
Serve as the first point of contact for technical issues, errors, or failures during prototype assembly or testing, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to diagnose and resolve problems
Maintain a deep understanding of development schedules, milestones, and deliverables, and ensure alignment with prototype build activities, escalating risks as necessary
Provide regular updates and reports to Development leadership, keeping them informed of build progress, potential blockers, and resource requirements
Facilitate smooth communication and collaboration between Development, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Test Engineering teams, acting as a single point of contact for all updates related to prototype materials and builds
Prepare and deliver concise status reports, build summaries, and issue logs, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the process

Qualification

Hardware project managementTroubleshooting skillsManufacturing processesEngineering degreePrototype processesCommunication skillsTechnical aptitudeDetail-orientedProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Must reside in Pennsylvania, with the ability to work onsite
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field) or equivalent experience
Strong technical aptitude, with a solid understanding of hardware, manufacturing processes, and test workflows
Demonstrated debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions
Experience working in a production or engineering environment, preferably with complex electro-optical or communications hardware
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts and findings across diverse teams
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the capacity to manage multiple concurrent builds and priorities

Preferred

Familiarity with prototype or NPI (New Product Introduction) processes is an asset
Knowledge of fiber optic components, optoelectronics, or high-speed communications systems

Company

Nokia manufactures mobile devices, network infrastructure, and location-based technology for businesses. It is a sub-organization of Enscryb.

H1B Sponsorship

Nokia has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.45B
Key Investors
European Investment BankNVIDIANational Telecommunications and Information Administration
2025-12-16Post Ipo Debt· $511.84M
2025-10-28Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2025-06-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B

Leadership Team

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Justin Hotard
President and CEO
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Victoria Hanrahan
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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