Gentex
SoftwareEngineeringProjectManager
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“Software Engineering Project Manager at Gentex. Skills: Project Management, Engineering Development, Product Development. Lead engineering development of new products. Lead Mechanical, Hardware, Software, and/or System Engineering disciplines”
What You'll Achieve.
Successful project outcomes; Meet stakeholder expectations
Industry & Context.
On-site work at Gentex facilities
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering or other related field, or a combination of equivalent education and relevant experience, 3+ years of product development, software development, manufacturing, or testing experience in an engineering position, Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel
Nice to Have
Experience working in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Design, or System Engineering, Experience managing a project or leading a team, Experience in Project or Program Management, Experience in the Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, and Consumer Electronics Industries, Familiarity with DOORS, Experience with Microsoft Project or Smartsheet, Experience working with programing languages, Experience with Jira, An understanding of Agile and Waterfall
What You'll Do.
Lead engineering development of new products
and/or System Engineering disciplines
Create comprehensive engineering plans
Coordinate technical project launch meetings
Release engineering artifacts
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with other team members; Work with cross-functional engineering teams
Communication Scope
Communicating effectively; Developing and delivering multi-mode communications; Communicate to development teams
Process & Methodology
Project management, Program management
Full Job Description
You want to love what you do and love where you work. Gentex gives you the best of both worlds. A global technology company headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, Gentex is an 8-time winner of the Top Workplaces in Michigan. **_POSITION OVERVIEW_** The Engineering Project Manager I will lead the engineering development of new products associated with existing technologies. This role leads Mechanical, Hardware, Software, and/or System Engineering disciplines to successful project outcomes. **Location** : This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is not eligible for remote work. **_WHAT YOU’LL DO_** * Lead 1-2 Gentex Engineering disciplines in product development. * Create comprehensive engineering plans based on project scope and customer timing. * Collaborate with other team members and subject matter experts to meet stakeholder expectations. * Serve as an advocate for stakeholders regarding expectations and communicate to development teams. * Coordinate regular technical project launch meetings with cross-functional engineering teams. * Release engineering artifacts including product software, Bill of Materials, and release notes according to established processes. * Other duties as assigned. **_HOW YOU’LL DO IT_** * Communicating effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding, taking into account the unique needs of different audiences. * Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. * Situation adaptability –Adapting approach and processes to match the shifting demands of different situations. Showing an openness to new ideas and handling uncertainty well. Assuming new responsibilities when necessary. Demonstrates the flexibility to adapt to changing environments. Adjusts approach to adapt to shifting demands. * Attention to detail - Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure th
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