Technical Project Manager

Posted:
8/12/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Aguascalientes, Mexico

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

We’re Hiring a Technical Project Manager in Aguascalientes, MX!

If you are excited and passionate about helping #LetsSolveWater, consider joining our team today!  Xylem, Inc. is a leading global water technology company servicing more than 150 countries and is dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues.  We are looking for individuals to join our mission by exceeding customer expectations through smart sustainable solutions.  At Xylem, you will have the opportunity to solve water by participating in our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark!

The Technical Project Manager is a technical professional responsible for effective management of all technical aspects of assigned projects and project teams to successfully complete the project on-time, on-budget and within specifications.

Core Responsibilities:

-Overseeing day-to-day activities of a team of development engineers, including resources/manpower allocation, schedules, project budgets, and issues resolution.

-Prepare project plans, including schedules and project development budgets

-Sustaining activities for small items.

-Maintain effective relationships with the development, system test, manufacturing organizations and overall program/solution management team.

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in a mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience
  • 5+ Experience New Product development as project manager
  • 3+ Sustaining engineering experience (small items)
  • Project management experience driving new product development of electronic based products.
  • Experience leading projects through the full product development life cycle, from concept and customer requirements through commercial launch of the product. Experience should include leadership of products that require electronics, mechanical, and firmware engineering, preferably on high volume, commercial/industrial grade products.
  • Demonstrated experience leading and coordinating a multi-functional team consisting of design engineering, quality, solution test, and manufacturing team members.
  • Proficient in all aspects of project management, including development of project budgets, schedules, and communication of status and tasks.
  • Must be able to multi-task and prioritize personal and team activities.
  • Must be able to drive the team and work through challenges to ensure tasks are clearly assigned and completed per agreed schedules.
  • Experience interfacing with contract manufacturers and working end to end processes to ensure design for manufacturability and design for test criteria are established and reviewed
  • Demonstrated ability in determining key design issues and developing appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives including establishing key design parameters that are Critical To Quality (CTQ) and enforcing proper plans to ensure these CTQs are met over high volume, long life production
  • Possess the initiative, organizational stamina, attention to detail, and flexibility to drive the team and project to success.
  • Must be proficient with computer hardware and software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.)
  • Experience with Smartsheet or Microsoft Projects
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills are essential
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency in English communication in both verbally and written is Required.
  • Travel requirements 10% to US.

Desired Experience/skills:

  • Project Management Certification is a plus
  • Experience developing products for the utility industry, specifically experience developing water and gas meters and battery powered communication products
  • Experience developing products with radio transceivers
  • Familiarity with regulatory agency requirements such as ANSI, AWWA, UL, and Intrinsic Safety a plus.

Xylem does not provide Visa sponsorship for this position.

    At Xylem, we embrace diversity and strive to create avenues where employees feel valued and appreciated through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resources Groups (ERG) Xylem is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace Xylem prohibits discrimination, harassment of any kind and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, medical conditions or disability, genetic information, age, or other non-merit factors.   

    Join the global Xylem team today!  Xylem is a team creating advanced technology solutions to the world’s water challenges through developing new technologies and services that will improve the way water is used, conserved, and re-used in the future is central to our work. Our products and services move, treat, analyze, monitor, and return water to the environment, in public utility, industrial, residential, and commercial building services settings. Xylem also provides a leading portfolio of smart metering, network technologies and advanced analytics solutions for water, electric and gas utilities. 

    At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. 

     

    Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation 

    Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.