Hardware Engineering Project Manager II

About the role

WHOOP is seeking a Hardware Engineering Project Manager II to drive the execution of hardware initiatives that enhance our member experience and product performance. This role will lead cross-functional projects that span continuous improvement efforts, yield enhancements, and full electromechanical redesigns. You will play a vital role in scaling innovation from concept to deployment in collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, firmware, and supply chain teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware engineering projects from kickoff through launch, focusing on performance, cost, and quality improvements
• Create and manage detailed project plans aligned with WHOOP goals, balancing timelines, resources, and risk mitigation
• Coordinate engineering builds and iterative development activities with internal and external manufacturing partners
• Facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration and communication, ensuring timely decision-making and alignment
• Proactively identify and manage project risks and dependencies, driving resolution of technical and organizational blockers
• Contribute to the ongoing refinement of WHOOP’s Continuous Improvement Engineering process to enhance project execution and reliability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience in hardware product development
• 3+ years of industry experience in the area of consumer electronic product development
• Demonstrated success managing cross-functional hardware projects from development through launch
• Strong understanding of product component development cycles, lead times, and sourcing processes
• Experience communicating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and external partners both domestically and internationally
• Innovative, knowledgeable, and able to adapt to fast-paced changing requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of effective stakeholder management

This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.

Benefits

At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success.

Pay

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $110,000 - $150,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training. In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package.