TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGER

Technical Product ManagerThe Technical Product Manager position adds value to BAPI and the Product Management Team by leading assigned projects and providing technical expertise about the functions and application of our products in the field.Leading projects will require interacting with all departments, at all levels within BAPI and will often require interacting with suppliers and customers. Even though this position does not have direct reports, it does require directing and leading team members from other departments.Providing technical expertise will require personal knowledge of jobsite sensor installation practices and HVAC system commissioning practices.This role will provide support that will grow our business, which requires exceptional people skills, technical aptitude, strong understanding of the HVAC industry, and thrives on new challenges.Principle Responsibilities:Lead and manage projects through BAPI's Product Development ProcessEffectively interact with many departments to keep projects moving forward.Coordinate all technical and project execution aspects of bid and proposal activities.Create detailed execution plans and schedules for the team to ensure adequacy, completeness, and harmonization with the program level plan.Anticipate problems and pro-actively revise project plans as needed to avoid or mitigate those problems.Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives in new product designs and product updates.Review product designs and support the creation of test solutions that maximize testing effectiveness in both the development and production environments.Establish and maintain Project Metrics: Timelines, Deliverables, Project and Product Cost.Serve as gatekeeper for projects ensuring that information presented to Stakeholders for decision making is accurate, concise, and appropriate.Document, disseminate, manage, and resolve Stakeholders' concerns pertaining to projects under consideration.Support the Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) to analyze failure data and component obsolescence – proactively identify methods for preventing future failures and to drive component end-of-life decisions.Assist sales staff with technical expertise in resolving customer issues with our products.Write and publish technical support documents for existing and new products.RequirementsEducation Requirements (R/Required, P/Preferred):(R) Bachelor's Degree(P) Master's DegreeDegrees Preferred: Electrical/Electronics Engineering or any combination of school and experienceTraining, Skills, Knowledge and Experience:Specific Training in this field (R/Required, P/Preferred):(R) Minimum 5-10+ years of work experience in HVAC/R Sensor and Wireless related technologies (eg: BLE, Zigbee, IoT)(R) 3 or more years' experience working in/with electronics(R) 3 or more years' experience managing project with Microsoft Project, or similar PM Software(R) Strong technical background and experience working with customers in Wireless products areaas well as HVAC/R Sensor technology(R) Intermediate to expert computer skills required(P) Android and iOS experience a plusExperience/Knowledge in this field (R/Required, P/Preferred):(P) Prefer experience working with Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & RefrigerationTemperature Measurement and IndicationHumidity Measurement and IndicationCarbon Dioxide Measurement and IndicationVolatile Organic Compound Measurement and IndicationCarbon Monoxide Measurement and IndicationGeneral Experiences/Knowledge/Skills:Passion for staying ahead on leading networking and cloud technologiesTrack record of motivating and driving projects and teams effectively to ensure project deadlines are metProactive, well-organized, and a thorough plannerMust possess strong meeting facilitation, interpersonal, and negotiation skillsMaintains effectiveness in environment with shifting priorities and high pressureDemonstrated leadership ability with experience leading cross-functional teamsSelf-motivated with a proven ability to learn on the job and solve problemsMust demonstrate a strong attention to detail, focus, and organizationMust be very flexible and supportive of changing requirementsMust have experience in making business and technical decisions and understanding the ramifications of those decisionsDemonstrated analytical and problem-solving skillsExceptional communication skills in verbal, written and electronic forms in a professional manner when working with employees, vendors and company contacts