Project Manager - Electronic Design Services

remote, US · Remote ok$100 – $101

About this role

Job Summary:

Optimum Design Associates, an Emerald Technologies company, is seeking a Project Manager to lead customer engagements and cross-functional teams in delivering complex electronic product development programs. This role drives successful outcomes across diverse industries, balancing varying service, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Primary Responsibilities: 

  • Manage end-to-end hardware development programs, from statement-of-work, preparing and presenting estimates, and defining requirements through the program life cycle (design, prototype build, bring-up, and validation).
  • Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to develop and drive program schedules, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination (electrical, mechanical, firmware, layout, prototype manufacturing, and supply chain, and accounting teams).
  • Build trusted client relationships and identify opportunities for expanded engagement.
  • Work closely with internal teams to track progress, resolve technical challenges, and ensure design, validation, and manufacturing milestones are met, while maintaining quality and budget expectations. 
  • Provide customers with regular insightful program updates, including status, risks, and mitigation plans. 
  • Drive and continuously improve internal program management processes for quality, consistency, and scalability.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

  • Relevant bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of project/program management experience.
  • Proactive planning and communication skills with ability to adjust to cross-functional audiences.
  • Ability to drive multiple projects within a fast-paced, deadline-driven, often ambiguous environment.
  • Self-starter who thrives in a remote working environment.
  • Proficiency with program management tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, etc.).
  • Understanding of PCB hardware development lifecycle and terminology, is strongly preferred.

Benefits of the Job:

  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401K and company matching with no vestingperiod
  • PTO for rest and relaxation
  • Gym reimbursement(through Anthem)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • A safe and inclusive work environment with team and management support
  • Employee training and development
  • Community service and philanthropic initiatives
  • Employee appreciation and events
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Referral program
  • Employee discounts

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Emerald Technologies is an electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers, focusing on high-reliability electronic assemblies. With design and manufacturing facilities in California, Michigan, New Hampshire, Oregon as well as in China and Malaysia. Emerald Technologies specializes in high mix, low- to medium-volume manufacturing for high-reliability markets in the Aerospace/Defense, Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, Industrial Controls, Power & Infrastructure, Semiconductor and Telecommunications sectors. However, our rapid turnaround times, responsive customer service, and collaborative problem-solving approach distinguishes us from the competition.

At Emerald Technologies, we are committed to fully understanding and meeting the needs of our customers through quality excellence, advanced engineering, and a solid commitment to customer relationships.

Emerald Technologies, is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. This position is remote, but some travel may be required from time to time

Company at a glance

At Emerald Technologies, we provide our customers with world-class service experiences built on strong partnerships, flexible manufacturing capabilities, and expert engineering services. Leveraging our extensive international footprint while maintaining the regional values of our regional facilities, we at Emerald take enormous pride in providing unique solutions to our customers' most challenging problems and opportunities.

Emerald Technologies has recently become aware of unauthorized individuals falsely representing themselves as members of Emerald’s Human Resources department. These individuals are contacting potential employees via LinkedIn and other platforms. Please be advised that these communications are not authorized by Emerald. To ensure the legitimacy of any employment opportunity, please verify that the position you are applying for is available and is currently accepting applications by consulting and reviewing our official pages:

Emerald Technologies expressly disclaims any responsibility for any alleged losses or damages of any kind resulting from interactions with unauthorized parties.

Team Size501-1,000 employees
WorkspaceRemote ok
IndustryAppliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Location
United States

Top Benefits

  • Medical Benefits
  • Dental Benefits
  • Vision Benefits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401K And Company Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Gym Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Training And Development
  • Community Service And Philanthropic Initiatives
  • Employee Appreciation And Events
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Discounts

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