End-to-End Hardware Project Leader

Ecotal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecotal is seeking a Project Manager to bring structure to our hardware prototyping and manufacturing readiness efforts, guiding multiple projects across design, prototyping, validation, and pilot production interfaces.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage schedules and budgets, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time component delivery and risk mitigation throughout the full product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading technical projects in hardware-focused environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Master’s or PMP is a plus.
• Experience in rapid prototyping, low-volume manufacturing, or pilot production.
• Proven vendor management, procurement scheduling and materials flow.
• Hands-on PM tools experience and strong Excel skills.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple small builds.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Builder mindset and comfort with changing project scope.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain structure across numerous prototyping and manufacturing projects from design through production prep.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource strategies for mechanical, electrical, and hardware builds.
• Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, technicians, and external partners with clear communication and milestone achievement.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate risks in rapid prototyping and manufacturing readiness contexts with contingency plans.
• Drive continuous improvement in PM processes and tools for prototyping cycles and production transitions.
• Apply hardware design and engineering knowledge to scope work and communicate with technical teams.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Logistics to ensure timely delivery of components and services.
• Manage BOM processes across stages and prepare documentation for transfer to mass production.
• Oversee project execution in manufacturing and lab facilities with safety and quality adherence.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Communication

Ambiguity tolerance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree or PMP (plus)

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Ecotal is seeking a Project Manager to bring structure to our hardware prototyping and manufacturing readiness efforts, guiding multiple projects across design, prototyping, validation, and pilot production interfaces.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage schedules and budgets, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time component delivery and risk mitigation throughout the full product lifecycle.