Technical Project Manager

Are you interested in a career that combines your skills as Project Manager and passion for technology?  Are you ready to make a difference and assist the Planar team as we help shape the way people think about and use digital signage now and into the future?  Do you love managing workflows and possess the drive to push projects from inception to completion? If so, join us!

As a Technical Project Manager, you will own the delivery of world-class Planar display solutions.  If you are a stickler for details, enjoy working with a variety of personalities and departments, and have an uncanny ability to get projects completed on time and within budget, then this position is likely a dream come true for you.

 Key Responsibilities: 

• Interface with Engineering stakeholders and Product Marketing to define goals, manage project requirements and budget throughout product development.
• Manage cross-functional, multi-site, complex projects in a matrix organization covering a range of areas (display systems, hardware, software, mechanical, etc.).
• Develop and manage end-to-end project plans, key milestones, budgets, BOM costs, resource allocation, and status reports to ensure on time and in scope delivery.
• Provide hands-on project management during all phases of the design.
• Provide day-to-day coordination and quality assurance for projects and tasks while monitoring schedules and budgets.
• Drive internal process improvements across multiple teams and functions.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Interface with Engineering stakeholders and Product Marketing to define goals, manage project requirements and budget throughout product development.
• Manage cross-functional, multi-site, complex projects in a matrix organization covering a range of areas (display systems, hardware, software, mechanical, etc.).
• Develop and manage end-to-end project plans, key milestones, budgets, BOM costs, resource allocation, and status reports to ensure on time and in scope delivery.
• Provide hands-on project management during all phases of the design.
• Provide day-to-day coordination and quality assurance for projects and tasks while monitoring schedules and budgets.
• Drive internal process improvements across multiple teams and functions.

 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to deliver projects within a fast paced, multi-disciplined, leading edge technology environment.
• Self-starter with strong ability to operate in an unstructured environment.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills along with multitasking capabilities to get things done.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems, assess risk, and find resolutions before problems derail deliverables.
• Strong ability to work within a constantly changing environment and adjust plans accordingly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including relationship building and collaboration within a diverse, cross-functional team.
• Hardware, firmware, and software technology background and experience is preferred.

 Education & Experience

• 5 years of relevant work experience
• BS in an Electrical/Mechanical/Software discipline is strongly preferred
• Strong working experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Project Management Institute (PMI) Certification is preferred.
• Ability to speak Chinese is preferred, but not a requirement.

All benefits start on first day of employment!

• 75% employer-paid medical for employee. Family coverage also included. 
• 100% employer paid dental, and vision for employee and dependents
• 100% employer paid long-term, short-term disability, and life insurance policy
• 401k Match, if you’re contributing 5% we match 4%. 100% vested immediately.
• 10 paid holidays
• Starting at 15 days paid PTO (inclusive of sick and vacation time) annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

EEOC Statement:

Planar is an equal opportunity employer, we believe in fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusivity. Our commitment to this goal is clearly expressed in our zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment of any kind, including on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our hiring practices ensure that decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and current business needs, while extending to all aspects of our operations - from recruitment and promotion to layoff and recall, to leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.  We are committed to remaining a drug free workplace.