Atlas Technical Project Manager- Compute & Sensing

As a Compute & Sensing Technical Project Manager for a new product team you will help coordinate the development and execution of robotics hardware projects from inception to completion. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical and electrical engineers as well as stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of new designs. You will work with the Program Manager, Hardware Directors, Product Management, HRI teams and Hardware Design leads to build comprehensive project plans, which align resources and budgets with project scope, as well as ensuring risks are identified and mitigated. The role is a unique opportunity to be part of the big picture of a next generation product.

Day-to-day Activities

• Work with functional leads to establish a schedule within the master program schedule and track performance
• Coordinate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Use resource planning to identify bottlenecks, unblock them, and adjust schedules accordingly
• Continually track projects and update stakeholders on top priorities and the critical path
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks to project delivery, and implement effective contingency plans when necessary
• Ensure interdependencies between hardware and software are identified and clearly communicated
• Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure on-time delivery of all critical components
• Coordinate design reviews to ensure all required deliverables meet high engineering standards, enabling a seamless transition from development to manufacturing
• Ensure rigorous documentation, change control, and versioning of mechanical and electrical components
  
  

Required Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in engineering design
• 5 years of prior experience in project management on a complex shipping product, preferably with hardware, computer, HRI, and software elements.
• Deep experience interacting with all elements of the Product Design and New Product Introduction process including design engineering stages, verification and validation, compliance, quality engineering, manufacturing logistics, and marketing.
• Excellent project management and communication skills. Be comfortable with scheduling, milestones, tracking, and helping drive meetings to obtain consensus. Make 1-1 connections with staff, understand the big picture, and communicate that out to project stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g. Smartsheets, Microsoft Project)
  
  

Desired Skills

• Experience planning projects involving multi-sensor systems, including computers, cameras, Wi-Fi, and audio.
• Experience with mass production manufacturing techniques, qualification processes, and associated timelines