Technical Project Manager, Apptronik

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. PMP or equivalent certification is a plus
• Experience:
• 5+ years of project management experience in a technical field, with at least 3 years focused on robotics, automation, or related technologies
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, technical projects on time and within budget
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana) and methodologies (Agile/ Waterfall)
• Soft Skills:
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to manage diverse teams and stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex technical challenges and develop innovative solutions
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities
• Ability to travel to project sites, client locations, or manufacturing facilities as needed
• Occasional lifting or moving of equipment up to 40 pounds

Desirable

• Apptronik’s Next-Gen Systems team is looking for a Project Manager with technical background who is interested in working with a fast-paced and high-growth team
• Our perfect candidate is very organized, communicates well in all mediums, and can manage the day-to-day team operations using readily available tools
• While prior experience in a startup environment and/or heavily technical team are a plus, we are open to any experienced project manager who can fulfill our requirements
• In this role, you will play a key part in rapidly developing and iterating robotic systems, bringing concepts and prototypes to customer delivery
• We are a small, lean startup, so your work will span a variety of tasks, from owning the team’s schedule to procurement and fulfillment
• This job is looking for someone who can come in with useful skills to organize the team and subsequently grow to be a leader in the company
• Project Planning & Execution: Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for robotics development and deployment
• Team Coordination: Lead cross-functional teams of robotics engineers, software developers, and mechanical designers to ensure seamless collaboration and project milestones are met
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, including technical challenges, resource constraints, and timeline delays
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions
• Task-Level Execution: Manage day to day task execution of operational needs including vendor management, procurement, etc
• Budget & Resource Management: Monitor project budgets, optimize resource utilization, and ensure cost-effective delivery without compromising quality
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including technical reports, progress updates, and post-project lessons learned
• Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements by leveraging lessons learned and adopting best practices in project management and robotics development