Technical Project Manager - Software Focused

Emerson; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time-off plans

Job summary

Emerson seeks a Senior Project Manager in Austin, Texas to lead cross-functional teams in delivering innovative software products. You will drive project execution using Agile methodologies, ensuring clear communication and alignment across engineering and operations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 5+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency with project management tools like Azure DevOps. We offer medical insurance, 401(k), and flexible time-off plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in the Test and Measurement or related electronics industries.
• PMP certification or equivalent project-management credentials.
• Experience with integrated hardware/software/firmware product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative new products.
• Drive project execution using Agile methodologies.
• Facilitate milestone readiness reviews and ensure alignment on deliverables.

Skills

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Communication Skills

Cross-Functional Team Coordination

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Azure DevOps

MS Project

Job description

We’re looking for a dynamic, technical Senior Project Manager focusing on Software to lead cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative new products, reporting directly to the Product R&D PMO.

In this role, you will drive project execution by leading Software development efforts using Agile methodologies, ensuring clarity of plans and milestones, identifying and mitigating risks early, and facilitating effective communication and alignment. You will enable predictable delivery by anticipating challenges, driving accountability, promoting collaboration, and fostering continuous learning across projects. Your impact will be immediate and lasting.

Project Leadership & Execution

• Develop, maintain, and communicate integrated project plans, milestones, schedules, and risks with support from the team.
• Coordinate cross‑functional activities across engineering, operations, compliance, and business partners to ensure clear expectations and effective progress tracking.
• Prepare for and lead project meetings, manage agendas and action items, and support timely decision‑making.
• Facilitate milestone readiness reviews and ensure alignment on deliverables and requirements.

Risk Management & Issue Anticipation

• Lead team efforts to identify emerging risks, dependencies, and constraints; drive early mitigation actions and escalate when necessary.
• Monitor workstreams to surface bottlenecks or cross‑functional challenges affecting project delivery.
• Develop appropriate responses to unforeseen project events, ensuring that the project goals (cost, schedule, specifications) are met.

Communication & Collaboration

• Prepare and deliver concise project updates, status reports, and communication materials for stakeholders and leadership.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages transparency, accountability, and constructive conflict resolution.

Process & Continuous Improvement

• Facilitate project‑level retrospectives and ensure lessons learned are applied to future work.
• Champion use of new product development processes, tools, and templates and provide feedback for improvement opportunities.
• Contribute insights that support organizational learning and help enhance new product development practices.

Who You Are

You represent own interests while being attentive to others’ interests as well. You effectively communicate in various settings: one‑on‑one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You anticipate land mines & risk, and plan approaches accordingly. You relate comfortably with people across levels, functions, cultures, and geography.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Relevant professional experience in software within a related electronics industry commensurate with the level of this position.
• Proficiency with project‑management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, MS Project, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams and manage structured project execution.
• Strong communication, organization, analytical, and facilitation skills.
• Experience working in a matrix organization and collaborating across functions and geographies.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• 5+ years of relevant experience in the Test and Measurement or related electronics industries.
• PMP certification or equivalent project‑management credentials.
• Experience with integrated hardware/software/firmware product development.
• Background in process improvement and adoption of structured development methodologies.
• Exposure to procurement processes supporting project execution, including managing purchase orders/appropriation requests (POs/ARs).
• Certifications and/or relevant experience with Agile or Modified Agile for Hardware and lean product development principles.

Benefits

• Medical insurance plans with dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs.
• Flexible time‑off plans, including paid parental leave and vacation/holiday leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity / Affidative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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