Project Manager, Electronics

Carrier; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is hiring a Project Manager for their Electronics division in New York, NY. This role is paramount in overseeing embedded and connected systems development programs that align with Carrier's strategic vision. The ideal candidate will leverage project management principles to ensure program success.

Key responsibilities include planning, coordinating with engineering and manufacturing resources, and tracking project progress to mitigate risks. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and over 3 years of experience in product development environments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a product development environment utilizing PM methodologies.
• Experience with PM performance management applications.
• Travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Drives the planning of key programs for technical objectives.
• Coordinates resources for execution of programs across departments.
• Tracks deadlines, deliverables, and ensures process compliance.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Effective communication

Technical understanding of project tradeoffs

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world‑class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

About the Role

The Carrier Electronics Project Manager role provides feasibility, planning, execution, and closing oversight for embedded and connected systems development efforts. These programs support the strategic roadmap as well as the vitality of the entire Carrier Electronics product portfolio. The Project Manager plays an integral leadership role throughout the project lifecycle by working across multiple departments to successfully execute program objectives. The ability to effectively communicate, collaborate, and take ownership of all project facets is critical to success. Familiarity and use of project management principles and tools are essential to the successful performance of duties, as well as a technical understanding of key tradeoffs.

Responsibilities

• Drives the planning of key programs to achieve strategic business objectives related to design for manufacturability, electrical component management, and cost optimization
• Coordinates resources needed to underpin the execution of technical programs, including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and stakeholders.
• Utilization of project management principles and tools (schedule, budget, scope, quality, templates) to manage and communicate status
• Identifies potential risks, issues, and relevant mitigation plans communicating/escalating as appropriate during the project lifecycle
• Ensures project execution and governance by tracking deadlines, deliverables, resources, process compliance, and timelines
• Manage and communicate project progress to stakeholders at the various levels throughout the organization through established meetings and as necessitated by project developments

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of experience in a product development environment (agile, stage gate) using PM methodologies for status tracking, reporting, and risk management.
• 3+ years of experience with PM performance management applications
• Travel – up to 10%

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in technical (engineering or related) discipline
• MS Project experience
• Experience in HVAC/Refrigeration Systems
• Experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred
• Working knowledge of embedded systems and electronic controls
• Project management professional certification (e.g. CAPM, PMP) from the Program Management Institute (PMI) or the ability to achieve certification in 12 months from the date of hire
• Experience with development in a highly regulated environment (product compliance to global standards and certifications)
• Demonstrated ability to drive results in matrix or direct role
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal to various levels of an organization both verbally and in writing
• Excellent presentation skills