Technical Project Manager

ebm-papst•Farmington, CT

6d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

ebm-papst Inc. is seeking a proactive Technical Project Manager (R&D Product Owner) in its Research & Development department. This is not an IT or software role. The position oversees technical dimensions of projects, manages engineering challenges and solutions, and ensures alignment with technical standards and customer expectations. It also communicates technical KPIs and progress to general project managers, connecting technical insights with broader project objectives. The role leads technical work from project initiation through execution and product release. It translates market requirements or product vision into product requirements, a work breakdown structure, and a detailed project plan, then coordinates teams, resources, and timelines. The Technical Project Manager serves as an R&D liaison for stakeholders, monitors and reports progress, manages risks and documented changes, supports quality and standards compliance, and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field and at least three years of project management experience in a technical environment. Travel may be required as needed, approximately 10%. Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
At least 3 years of project management experience in a technical environment.
Strong foundation in technical aspects relevant to ebm-papst Inc.’s product line and ability to manage complex technical projects and deliver innovative solutions.
Strong problem-solving abilities, strategic thinking, and risk management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting technical data and project information across departments and to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and foster collaboration and innovation.
Strong interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management.
Willingness to travel as needed for project requirements, approximately 10%.
Proficiency in project management software and tools.
Fluency in English.

Nice To Haves

PMP or equivalent project management certification.
Experience in engineering, manufacturing, or electronics sectors is ideal.
Proficiency in additional languages.

Responsibilities

Lead technical aspects of projects from initiation through execution, ensuring compliance with specifications, standards, and customer requirements.
Translate stakeholder needs, market requirement specifications, or product vision into a product requirement specification, work breakdown structure, and detailed project plan.
Coordinate with project teams, engineering departments, and stakeholders; manage resources and timelines to achieve milestones through product release.
Report technical progress, challenges, and outcomes to general project managers and prepare reports and presentations relating technical achievements to project objectives.
Identify technical risks and collaboratively develop mitigation strategies.
Document and communicate changes to project scope, schedule, and costs to the general project manager.
Implement quality control processes and ensure compliance with industry standards and company quality guidelines.
Serve as the primary R&D liaison between the project team and external stakeholders, translating information for non-technical audiences.
Analyze project outcomes and processes, identify technical improvements and efficiency gains, and share lessons learned with the project management team.
Follow Employee Handbook policies and procedures and uphold organizational values.
Contribute to a positive work environment and report to work consistently and on time.
Report unsafe conditions or practices to ebm-papst and its employees.