Engineering Project Manager

Employnet; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Employnet, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Project Manager for software and firmware updates in a hardware environment. The role focuses on resolving SW/FW RCO backlog, improving update processes, ensuring SLA compliance, and supporting NPD escalations.

Ideal candidates have hardware development PM experience and ability to lead cross-functional teams. The position is on-site in Fremont, CA, with a pay rate of $67.00/hour and a temp-to-hire employment type.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hardware development program/PM roles.
• Experience coordinating software/firmware updates in hardware settings.
• Familiarity with PLM processes and systems is desirable.
• Strong cross-functional teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Drive burn-down and resolution of SW/FW update backlog.
• Define and implement effective SW/FW update processes.
• Improve processes within PLM capabilities.
• Monitor SLA compliance for RCO activity.
• Support NPD escalations and coordinate timely resolutions.
• Lead cross-functional task forces to address challenges.
• Coordinate with engineering, PM, manufacturing, operations, and other stakeholders.
• Track project status, risks, actions, and deliverables.
• Communicate updates and escalate critical issues.
• Develop project trackers, reports, and supporting docs.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

PLM Systems

Job description

Engineering Project Manager – Software/Firmware

Location: Fremont, CA

Pay Rate: $67.00/hour

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Schedule: Monday–Friday, On-Site

Experience Required: 5+ years

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to support software and firmware update initiatives within a hardware development environment. This role will focus on driving the resolution of the SW/FW RCO backlog, improving processes for managing software and firmware updates, ensuring SLA compliance, and supporting New Product Development escalations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hardware development program management, experience coordinating software and firmware-related activities, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to resolve issues and meet critical project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the burn-down and resolution of the Software (SW) and Firmware (FW) update RCO backlog.
• Partner with key stakeholders to define and implement a more effective process for managing SW/FW updates.
• Help drive process improvements while working within current Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system capabilities.
• Monitor RCO activity and drive compliance with established SLA requirements.
• Support non-build New Product Development (NPD) escalations and coordinate timely resolution of outstanding issues.
• Establish and lead cross-functional task forces to address project challenges and remove roadblocks.
• Coordinate with engineering, program management, manufacturing, operations, and other stakeholders.
• Track project status, priorities, risks, action items, and deliverables.
• Communicate project updates and elevate critical issues to appropriate stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project trackers, reports, presentations, and supporting documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Program Manager, Project Manager, or similar role within hardware development.
• Experience supporting software and/or firmware updates within a hardware development environment preferred.
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) processes and systems is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of cross-functional engineering and New Product Development processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and lead cross-functional task forces.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects through completion.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.

Position Details

This is a temp-to-hire opportunity based in Fremont, CA. The position requires working on-site five days per week. The hiring manager will review submitted resumes and select qualified candidates to move forward with interviews. Pay Rate: $67.00 per hour #EmploynetJobsFremont