Engineering Project Manager (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

About the role

This role has the potential to grow into a more encompassing Program Manager leading a team of Project Managers on complex, large-scale programs with significant business opportunity and impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-site, multi-discipline, cross-functional teams in an innovative, collaborative environment to define and deliver committed prototypes, demonstrations, and / or product, all using a multitude of product development approaches.
• Successfully deliver the desired project outcomes while managing project planning and execution, scope changes, risks, trade-offs, stakeholders’ expectations, and project communications.
• Develop the plan, monitor the execution, and lead complex projects.
• Aggressively drive and monitor all day-to-day project work, making sure that your project team identifies and resolves problems quickly.
• Escalate and drive issues, which are out of the project team’s control, through the management chain for rapid resolution.
• Lead project and phase gate approval reviews.
• Provide clear, concise, and well synthesized written and verbal communication to all levels of the project team and stakeholders including project Sponsors.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree, preferably in an Engineering discipline OR equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of Technical Project Management and Product Development experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.
• Experience managing team in multiple geographic locations.
• Experience influencing and leading without direct authority.
• Initiative-taking, accountable individual with strong commitment to meeting personal and team goals as well as professional development.
• Project Management background in multi-functional project environments.
• Training in Project Management with emphasis on project structure and processes.
• Extensive knowledge in at least one major discipline such as Engineering, Operations, and Marketing.
• Versatile interpersonal and communications skills with an ability to modify style to a broad range of audiences and situations.
• Strong expertise in systematic approach to problem-solving. Candidate identifies problems and takes initiative to resolve them by working with Project Leadership team.
• Exceptional competency to lead and drive complex decisions.
• Excellent organizational and written / verbal communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project Scheduling tools.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in leading and managing large-scale projects.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams.
• Experience in developing and implementing project plans.
• Experience in managing project risks and scope changes.
• Experience in leading project and phase gate approval reviews.
• Experience in providing clear and concise communication to all levels of the project team and stakeholders.

Skills

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Leadership and influence skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project Scheduling tools.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule.
• Competitive compensation package including base salary ranging from $139,800 - $223,800, plus discretionary bonuses based on financial performance.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee recognition and rewards program.

Pay

The base salary range for this role is $139,800-$223,800. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Schedule

Full-time position.