Software Engineering Project Manager

At Gentex, you’ll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Engineering Project Manager I will lead the engineering development of new products associated with existing technologies. This role leads Mechanical, Hardware, Software, and/or System Engineering disciplines to successful project outcomes.Location: This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is noteligible for remote work.WHAT YOU’LL DOLead 1-2 Gentex Engineering disciplines in product development.Create comprehensive engineering plans based on project scope and customer timing.Collaborate with other team members and subject matter experts to meet stakeholder expectations.Serve as an advocate for stakeholders regarding expectations and communicate to development teams.Coordinate regular technical project launch meetings with cross-functional engineering teams.Release engineering artifacts including product software, Bill of Materials, and release notes according to established processes.Other duties as assigned.HOW YOU’LL DO ITCommunicating effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding, taking into account the unique needs of different audiences.Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.Situation adaptability –Adapting approach and processes to match the shifting demands of different situations. Showing an openness to new ideas and handling uncertainty well. Assuming new responsibilities when necessary. Demonstrates the flexibility to adapt to changing environments. Adjusts approach to adapt to shifting demands.Attention to detail - Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.Fostering teamwork – Building effective partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Maintaining high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.WHAT TO BRINGBachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering or other related field, or a combination of equivalent education and relevant experience.3+ years of product development, software development, manufacturing, or testing experience in an engineering position.Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, Teams, ExcelWHAT WILL HELPExperience working in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Design, or System Engineering.Experience managing a project or leading a team.Experience in Project or Program Management.Experience in the Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, and Consumer Electronics Industries.Familiarity with DOORS.Experience with Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.Experience working with programing languages.Experience with Jira.An understanding of Agile and Waterfall.Gentex is an equal opportunity employerGentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.AssistanceGentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.Understand your right to workAt Gentex, we use E-verify to confirm you're authorized to work in the U.S.E-Verify – English & SpanishRight to Work – EnglishRight to Work – SpanishSummaryLocation: Zeeland, MI; Grand Rapids, MIType: Full time