Hardware Project Manager - Assemblies

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Austin, TX
Hybrid
Mid level
Computer Vision • Hardware • Machine Learning • Robotics • Software
We're building a robot to work alongside humans, to walk like humans do, and to manipulate objects with its hands.
The Role
The Hardware Project Manager at Apptronik will manage multiple technical projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, track project completion, identify risks, and ensure project deliverables are met while supporting the company's vision. Up to 15% travel involved.
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Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better.  We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products. 

You will join a team developing state-of-the-art general-purpose robots designed to operate in human spaces and with human tools. It is designed to work alongside humans, mobilize to human spaces, and manipulate the world around it.

We are looking for a Project Manager with experience in highly complex technical projects.  The Project Management function at Apptronik serves as the integrator of the various other business functions that includes engineering, operations, and business development.  Your role is to help consolidate these various interests and drive the projects forward to meet both the individual goals of each specific project while also achieving the company’s vision.    


Responsibilities:

  • Management of multiple small projects in parallel in a technical and innovative environment
  • Track and coordinate project to analyze completion against short and long term goals
  • Regularly interact with cross functional team and customers for project updates 
  • Balance inter-department needs (engineering, product, business development); owner of project deliverables 
  • Identify key risks during project execution, and drive technical team toward solutions
  • Self motivated & proactive, demonstrating creative and critical thinking capabilities
  • Up to 15% travel


Skills and Requirements:

  • Excellent written and oral communication in highly technical applications   
  • Excellent interpersonal and team management skills     
  • Detailed knowledge of product development process and cycles
  • Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals & manufacturing processes
  • Ability to tolerate stress involved with managing multiple highly complex projects   
  • Experience setting up project schedules & work breakdown structures
  • Working knowledge of project management tools (Microsoft Project, Trello, Jira, etc.)   
  • Excellent knowledge of business software tools (Microsoft office suite, G-Suite, Dropbox, etc.) 
  • BS in mechanical engineering (similar)
  • At least 2-5 years of experience in project management


 

Nice to Have: 

  • Experience as a practicing Mechanical Engineer or similar
  • Experience with high volume manufacturing
  • Bilingual – English/Spanish



Perks:

  • Competitive salary w/ benefits
  • Highly motivating equity incentive package
  • Flexible work hours policy
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401k plan
  • On-site with WFH based on company policy





*This is a direct hire.  Please, no outside Agency solicitations. 

Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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The Company
Austin, TX
95 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2016

What We Do

Apptronik is building robots for the real world to improve human quality of life and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has been building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces, and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value passion, creativity, and collaboration to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.

Why Work With Us

At Apptronik, we don't see a future where man competes against machine. Instead, we envision a harmonious world where man and machine coexist. Our mission statement, "It is not Man vs. Machine, but Man + Machine," encapsulates our belief that the synergy between humans and robots will pave the way for a brighter, more advanced future.

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