Lead Project Manager - Robotics

hybrid
1485 Dupont Street suite 203, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M6P 3S2
full-time . November 15, 2023

Description

About Forcen

ForceN is surpassing human manipulation through scalable force-torque sensing hardware, improving surgical precision and enabling the next generation of robotic sensing technology. ForceN designs and manufactures high-reliability, high-precision systems; leveraging a proprietary digitally-manufactured transducer film that can be wrapped around any surgical or robotic component to create a 'digital sense of touch'. ForceN's technology enables robotics and artificial intelligence companies to tackle complex robotic interaction and manipulation problems.

Our customers are world leaders in surgical, logistics, and frontier robotics. We accelerate our customers’ development in robotics manipulation. We excel at providing a robust, reliable, and scalable solution with industry-leading development and deployment time.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to manage all project related activities. Your primary goal will be to facilitate the smooth execution and delivery of our technology projects to our customers, while ensuring both company and customer expectations are met. We are looking for individuals who excel in a fast paced start-up environment and who can thrive under tight deadlines and ambiguity. Forcen is growing quickly and provides an exceptional opportunity for team members to learn, contribute, and be the best versions of themselves.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Senior Project Manager will take responsibility for the entire project cycle

Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects to deliver cutting-edge robotic sensing products
Coordinate with all functional areas: product, mechanical, electrical, software, firmware, manufacturing, and quality.
Ensure technical/functional product specifications and prevent scope creep
Conduct project meetings and be the primary point of contact for the team
Effectively manage stakeholders – both internal and customers
Manage and own project schedules, budgets, and documentation
Identify and raise potential operational risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and resolve issues
Change management
Coordinate and manage customer site work as required
Facilitate the successful project handover to customers

Skillsets and Experience

5+ years experience in project management - preferably in an engineering/hardware team
Previously led the successful planning and delivery of complex technical projects
Proven track record of effective budgeting and cost management
Technical aptitude/knowledge in some of the following areas: robotics, sensors, software development, controls, electrical/mechanical design, and manufacturing
Experience in a hybrid PM environment
Adept in PM software
Servant leadership - ability to influence and lead a team without direct authority
Excellent customer engagement and relationship management skills

Bonus Points For

Jira expertise
PMP certification
Familiarity with ISO 13485 and/or ISO 9001

Compensation and Benefits

Comprehensive medical, vision and dental benefits package
Additional bonus and options compensation
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Collaborative and innovative work environment
Hybrid work environment, open-concept hardware start-up environment - Dog-friendly office
Culture outings with company sponsored events (intramurals, food expeditions, swag)

Compensation

$90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

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