Director of Project Engineering Management

Synopsys, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a proficient Project Manager with over 10 years of experience in managing semiconductor, SOC, or ASIC projects in Ontario, Canada. Your role will involve leading engineering teams, overseeing project management processes, and ensuring customer satisfaction. You will be part of a collaborative team focused on driving innovation and delivering high-quality semiconductor solutions. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in project management leadership and related fields.
• Expertise in managing customer expectations and project delivery.
• Experience in semiconductor, SOC, ASIC, or Mixed-Signal IP environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor project engineering managers to achieve project goals.
• Oversee and improve project management processes across product lines.
• Track portfolio performance and analyze outcomes.
• Identify risks and guide teams on mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project status to senior management and customers.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, marketing, and support teams.

Skills

Project management leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Expertise with customer expectations

Education

Engineering or Applied Science degree

Tools

Project management tools and methodologies

Job description

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive innovations that shape the way we live and connect. From self-driving cars to AI, our technology powers the Era of Pervasive Intelligence through chip design, verification, and IP integration. Join us to help transform the future.

You Are:

You’re a strategic and adaptable leader with deep experience in Mixed-Signal IP, SOC, ASIC, or semiconductor project engineering management. You excel at guiding teams, communicating across functions, and driving project success. Your approach is collaborative, inclusive, and results-focused, with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead and mentor project engineering managers to achieve project goals.
• Oversee and improve project management processes across product lines.
• Track portfolio performance and analyze outcomes.
• Identify risks and guide teams on mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project status to senior management and customers.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, marketing, and support teams.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Deliver successful, high-quality projects that drive innovation.
• Mentor and empower project managers.
• Enhance customer satisfaction and partnership.
• Strengthen Synopsys’ technical leadership.
• Drive process improvements and best practices.
• Support development of advanced semiconductor solutions.

What You’ll Need:

• Engineering or Applied Science degree (or equivalent).
• 10+ years’ experience in project management leadership and related fields.
• Expertise in managing customer expectations and project delivery.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Experience in semiconductor, SOC, ASIC, or Mixed-Signal IP environments.

Who You Are:

• Excellent communicator and collaborator.
• Strategic, decisive, and inclusive leader.
• Resilient and adaptable in dynamic environments.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

Join a high-impact team of engineering leaders and project managers, collaborating across disciplines to deliver world-class semiconductor solutions in a supportive and diverse environment.