Technical Project Manager

ARIS Technology•Hinckley, IL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead complex technology initiatives from early research and concept development through product launch and service delivery. In this role, you will coordinate cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and others, to turn technical objectives into actionable plans. The Technical Project Manager will also manage timelines and budgets, identify and mitigate risks, and keep stakeholders aligned. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, technically fluent project leader who can bridge business priorities and technical execution to help deliver advanced robotic systems and services that support the company’s strategic goals. This position is based out of our new, modern location in Hinckley, IL and is eligible to work remotely (hybrid). Many of our teammates follow a hybrid work structure where they may work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific projects, tasks and personal work preferences. Working from the office is necessary for tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

Requirements

Professional experience as a technical project manager (typically at least 3 years)
Sufficient knowledge of technology research, development, and productization.
Influencing skills which support meeting the project deliverables through the workforce of other departments
Excel in organizing, planning, and prioritizing work
Time management skills which have been successful in managing your own time and that of others
Accustomed to complex problem solving; identification, information review, options development, and evaluation, as well as solutions implementation
Background in technology and/or engineering
Experience with data (management, analysis, etc.)
Collaborates well with others - we work within our teams, across the organization, with customers, and vendors
Ability to translate complicated business requirements into multiple solution options and explain the benefits and disadvantages of various approaches
A flexible mindset - when change occurs, you remain resilient
Exceptional communication skills, including listening, oral and written
Success in building teams and assigning tasks
Experience in learning new relevant information and, as needed, interpreting the information for others
Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
General knowledge of Windows OS
BS in Mechatronics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mathematics, or other related degree
A valid and current driver's license is required

Nice To Haves

A safety mindset applied at work everyday
Creative thinking and innovation
Problem-solving and sound decision-making skills
Success working independently as well as within teams, regardless of the location
Time management skills, including a history of prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
Exceptional communication skills, including listening and processing ideas, oral and written communication; must be able to explain technical matters with non-technical stakeholders
Collaborates well with others and shows them respect - we work within our teams and across the organization; we partner with our customers, vendors, and other stakeholders
Ability to translate client requirements into multiple solution options and explain the benefits and disadvantages of various approaches
A history of being organized, accomplishing goals, and producing impressive results
A flexible mindset - when change occurs, you remain resilient
Demonstrated accountability in your daily work and special projects
Industrial Automation experience, with an understanding of robotics
Knowledge of 3D perception and autonomous systems
PMP or PMI certified
Professional project management experience with a U.S. Federal Contractor
Prior work experience with Jira
Agile methodology
Familiarity with software engineering projects
Experience with a tech start-up, other small start-up, and/or a matrix environment

Responsibilities

Develop implementation plans that include analyses such as cost-benefit or return on investment (ROI)
Plan projects and manage execution to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope
Estimate time, costs, resources, and/or materials needed
Monitor progress to assure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met
Provide updates to management, including the status of project milestones and deliverables
Initiate and/or review modifications to project plans
Confer with technical project team members to identify and resolve problems
Perform technical and project risk assessments to develop response strategies
Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Establish and execute a project communication plan
Assign duties, responsibilities, and spans of authority to project members
Guide technical project teams, setting performance standards and monitoring performance
Document project information in the approved manner
Analyze and process data
Submit project deliverables, ensuring adherence to quality standards
Facilitate meetings related to projects
Advise management regarding process and other improvements
Collaborate with engineers and others on a daily basis