Sr. Project Manager - Hybrid

Fieldpiece Instruments • Orange, CA

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

Fieldpiece is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional projects that bring hardware products with integrated firmware and software from concept through launch and into sustaining. This role is critical to driving execution, alignment, and delivery in a fast-growing, technically sophisticated environment. Fieldpiece is a thriving team of innovators - committed to pushing boundaries and celebrating curiosity. We’ve been providing HVACR professionals with rugged, feature-rich tools like meters, manifolds, leak detectors, and more since 1990. Fieldpiece leads the industry in the way we think, work, collaborate, and remain laser-focused on creating products that empower HVACR professionals – today and tomorrow. If you thrive in an environment where challenges are embraced, ambiguity fuels innovation, and relationships are built on trust and transparency—this is your opportunity. Recognized as one of Southern California’s Best Places to Work (2023, 2024 & 2025), we provide a Hire-to-Retire philosophy, hybrid schedule, and a culture of curiosity – a place where you’ll have the support to innovate boldly, grow continuously, and make a tangible impact on an industry that powers everyday life. The ideal candidate is a central stabilizing force for cross-functional teams, translating shifting strategic goals into executable plans while driving delivery, accountability, and operational order in a rapidly scaling environment. You’re a hands-on project manager who brings structure without bureaucracy, thrives in complexity, and enjoys helping organizations mature how they execute while moving fast. If working in our Orange, CA location, up to 25% travel is required. If located in our Park City, UT location, up to 50% travel is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• 10+ years of project or program management experience in engineering or manufacturing environments
• Proven success delivering hardware products with tightly integrated software
• Strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, or Danaher Business System (DBS) methodologies
• Highly organized with exceptional communication, negotiation, and mediation skills
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and sometimes ambiguous environments
• Proficiency with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet, or MS Project
• Experience working with external vendors and international partners

Nice To Haves

• PMP, CSM, Prosci, or Six Sigma certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development and launch of complex hardware platforms and connected software ecosystems
• Manage multiple, interdependent project plans across hardware (EVT/DVT/PVT), firmware, and software (Agile/SDLC)
• Align diverse internal stakeholders and external partners, including ODMs and overseas manufacturers
• Proactively identify risks, resolve conflicts, and negotiate trade-offs across scope, schedule, and resources
• Serve as a clear, credible communicator—mediating priorities, filtering noise, and driving decisions
• Implement and scale structured project governance (Gate Reviews, hybrid Agile/Waterfall workflows)
• Apply Lean / DBS principles to improve execution while preserving speed and flexibility
• Provide transparent, data-driven program updates to senior leadership

Benefits

• Matching 401k up to 4% with immediate vesting.
• Excellent medical benefits including an HSA plan and monthly contributions.
• Supplemental Term Life, Employee Assistance Programs (EAD), Disability, and more.
• Hire to Retire philosophy that includes personal career development plans.
• Onsite music program with lessons from guitar, piano and voice coaches.
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level