Technical Project Manager

Technical Project ManagerWe 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.Primary ResponsibilitiesDevelop 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 scopeEstimate time, costs, resources, and/or materials neededMonitor progress to assure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are metProvide updates to management, including the status of project milestones and deliverablesInitiate and/or review modifications to project plansConfer with technical project team members to identify and resolve problemsPerform technical and project risk assessments to develop response strategiesPrepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trendsEstablish and execute a project communication planAssign duties, responsibilities, and spans of authority to project membersGuide technical project teams, setting performance standards and monitoring performanceDocument project information in the approved mannerAnalyze and process dataSubmit project deliverables, ensuring adherence to quality standardsFacilitate meetings related to projectsAdvise management regarding process and other improvementsCollaborate with engineers and others on a daily basisRequired QualificationsProfessional 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 departmentsExcel in organizing, planning, and prioritizing workTime management skills which have been successful in managing your own time and that of othersAccustomed to complex problem solving; identification, information review, options development, and evaluation, as well as solutions implementationBackground in technology and/or engineeringExperience with data (management, analysis, etc.)Collaborates well with others - we work within our teams, across the organization, with customers, and vendorsAbility to translate complicated business requirements into multiple solution options and explain the benefits and disadvantages of various approachesA flexible mindset - when change occurs, you remain resilientExceptional communication skills, including listening, oral and writtenSuccess in building teams and assigning tasksExperience in learning new relevant information and, as needed, interpreting the information for othersExceptional analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsGeneral knowledge of Windows OSBS in Mechatronics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mathematics, or other related degreeA valid and current driver's license is requiredQualifications for a Cultural FitA safety mindset applied at work everydayCreative thinking and innovationProblem-solving and sound decision-making skillsSuccess working independently as well as within teams, regardless of the locationTime management skills, including a history of prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlinesExceptional communication skills, including listening and processing ideas, oral and written communication; must be able to explain technical matters with non-technical stakeholdersCollaborates well with others and shows them respect - we work within our teams and across the organization; we partner with our customers, vendors, and other stakeholdersAbility to translate client requirements into multiple solution options and explain the benefits and disadvantages of various approachesA history of being organized, accomplishing goals, and producing impressive resultsA flexible mindset - when change occurs, you remain resilientDemonstrated accountability in your daily work and special projectsPreferred QualificationsIndustrial Automation experience, with an understanding of roboticsKnowledge of 3D perception and autonomous systemsPMP or PMI certifiedProfessional project management experience with a U.S. Federal ContractorPrior work experience with JiraAgile methodologyFamiliarity with software engineering projectsExperience with a tech start-up, other small start-up, and/or a matrix environmentBenefitsMatching 401(k)Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical Insurance (up to 100% company paid monthly premium)Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceHealth AdvocateFlexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramDisability InsuranceAD&D InsuranceLife InsurancePet Insurance, Aflac, Legal Plan & other voluntary benefitsCommuter BenefitsCasual DressEmployee DiscountsARIS Technology is a drug-free workplace.All offers of employment at ARIS Technology are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to federal contract requirements, client ? site access restrictions, and compliance with export ? controlled information under applicable federal regulations (ITAR/EAR).Applicants must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship from ARIS Technology.ARIS Technology participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.Hatred, bigotry, and antisemitism violate our company's core principles and impact all of us.About ARIS TechnologyARIS Technology is an advanced system integrator, which designs, builds, installs, trains, and supports intelligent turn-key robotic 3D scanning systems end-to-end. ARIS systems are powered by our proprietary software, making it easy for operators to perform complex 3D metrology with little training, using advanced technologies in digital twin, simulation, and AI / ML. We also provide various Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) via hand-guided collaborative robot (cobot) programming, haptic sensing, or VR / AR. Our intelligent and human-friendly metrology solution can help with 3D inspection, 3D metrology-based robotic manufacturing (e.g., welding, grinding, CSAM / WAAM), or AI training for failure prediction (e.g., predicting metal deformation from in-situ monitoring data). Visit to learn more about our dynamic, growing technology company.As a federal contractor, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status, and we actively seek priority referrals of protected veterans.We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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