Hardware Engineering Program Manager

PAX Labs•San Francisco, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

PAX is a leading global cannabis brand on a mission to enhance people’s lives, delivering well-being through pure products, unique experiences, and an unparalleled passion for the plant. For more than a decade, PAX has provided products that are simple, enjoyable, and trusted by millions. PAX has been recognized for its brand, culture and products by The New York Times’ Wirecutter, TIME, Fast Company, GQ, Gear Patrol, mg Magazine, High Times, and many more. PAX is committed to making a positive impact through PEACE BY PAX, its purpose-driven platform supporting social reform, safe access and sustainability. We are incredibly excited about the progress of the movement, the tremendous growth of the industry, and inspired every day by our opportunity to help change lives through cannabis. Our culture is focused on putting people at the center of everything we do, making an impact together, and having fun along the way. Our team has an unparalleled passion for the plant and has helped build business at the forefront of consumer experience and well-being, including Apple, Google, Uber, Fitbit, Constellation, Honest Company, Beauty Counter, Eaze, Curaleaf, Wyld and more. PAX has raised over $430MM in capital from leading consumer and technology investors and is available for sale in some capacity in more than 40 countries around the world.

Requirements

4 to 8 years of direct experience managing development programs.
Experience with Jira, Smartsheet, or other program management software.
Experience engaging both internal engineering teams and external suppliers.
Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and data analytics skills.
Ability to focus on details and a resourcefulness to drive issues until they are resolved.
BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, related discipline, or demonstrated experience.

Nice To Haves

PMP is a plus, but not a requirement.
Mandarin fluency is a plus, but not a requirement.
Direct experience as a hardware engineer (electrical, mechanical, or embedded/firmware) is desired to easily understand a wide variety of technical issues
Previous experience with medical devices or other regulated products is desired

Responsibilities

Drive process development, improvements, and best practices consistent with a world class hardware product development organization.
Own and oversee program schedules and NPI build phase gates, while ensuring high risk areas have mitigation strategies and actions in place.
Mediate between hardware and the rest of the PAX organization.
Collaborate closely with Engineering, PLM, Operations and Product to execute on HW programs through DVT and ensure a smooth transition to Operations at PVT.
Drive strong program management hygiene including project meeting cadence, bug / action item tracking, and engagement with external design and manufacturing partners.
Create clear and consistent presentations to executive leadership on project status and schedules.
Travel to support manufacturing builds and ensure factory engagement best practices are established.