Engineering Project Manager Purpose of the role:Responsible for providing overall project management for the companys product developments.
The engineering project manager will be looked to for guidance and decision-making on major issues related to the execution and delivery.
Will maintain an ongoing work plan and will ensure that all development work carried out is in alignment with the goals and objectives of the Innovation Strategy as defined by the Executive and Chief Innovation Officer.
This individual will be a key contributor to the engineering team for planning, budgeting and other general management issues, as well as in mentoring others in project management practicesMinimum Experienced required:4-7 years experience in the electronic, engineering fieldHardware and software R&D experience (non-negotiable)Gas detection technologies experience beneficialKnowledge of Collision Warning and Detection technologiesSCADAInstrumentation and ControlExperience in working in a multi-disciplinary environment (advantages)Minimum Qualifications required:Bachelors degree in electronic / computer engineering / software engineeringMasters or doctoral level degree (advantageous)Competencies:Experienced in Electronic Engineering DevelopmentExperience in budget managementExperience in subcontractor managementExtensive experienced in Engineering Project Management.Experience with Prince or PMBOK project management methodologiesExtensive experience managing in a cross-functional team environment, which includes but are not limited to, hardware, firmware, software and mechanical disciplinesKnowledge of the System Engineering Process and Configuration ManagementStrong background in hardware or software R&DExperienced in formal qualification and certification proceduresExperienced in Configuration ManagementExperienced with support ticketing systems and life cycle management.Familiar with Atlassian Confluence and JIRA.Well versed in communication techniques and technologies.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Strong written and oral communications skills.Advantageous Skills:Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to other engineers effectively.Experience in engineering procurement.Knowledge of gas detection technologies experienceKnowledge of Collision Warning and Detection technologiesIntrinsic Safety experience beneficialFamiliar with certification procedures at SABS, MSHA, ATEx, ANZExExperience in heavy engineering or mining environmentsSoftware Programming: Python, C, C++, ROSHardware Design: PCB Layout and ManufacturingResponsibilities:Project:Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changingrequirements;Manages resources in conjunction with functional managers, production and sub-contractors;Manages day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope;Effectively manages project risk through risk management strategies and planningEffectively manages project deliverables through resourcing, budget and scope management planningMonitors and reports on schedule, cost, scope and risk..Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures;Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriatelyContribute and actively participate in general engineering activities (meetings, discussions, activities, engineering change requests, etc)Actively participate in and contribute engineering project reviews, including documentation reviews and project reviewsContribute to overall engineering team performance and successesComply with and apply internally defined and established project management standards and policies including rolling wave, agile and hybrid methodologiesProvide recommendations for project management process improvementRequirement, Architecture and Design validation:Actively participate in reviews of requirements, architectures and designsComply with established standards and best operating practicePerform prototyping and modelling to validate interpretation of requirements, architecture and designsIdentify related problems before resources are committed to addressing designs and architecturesActively participate in reviews of requirements, architectures and designsComply with established standards and best operating practicePerform prototyping and modelling to validate interpretation of requirements, architecture and designsIdentify related problems before resources are committed to addressing designs and architecturesConfiguration:All documentation to be configured in accordance with internal configuration management policies and proceduresIssue tracking to be conducted in accordance with established standards and proceduresActively participate in formal baseline establishmentsAdherence to ECR processes and proceduresPreservation of the integrity and traceability of the configuration throughout the system life cycleBudget and Project inputs:Provide inputs required for project scoping (work breakdown, coordination)Provide inputs for project scheduling and estimation (timescales, required level-of-effort)Identify assumptions and potential risks to be considered during estimation and scopingSuggest risk reduction and mitigation measuresIdentify opportunities for project artefact reuseIdentify opportunities for efficiency and savingsSupplier Management:Provide inputs required for contractors/suppliers estimated levels-of-effort (work breakdown, coordination)Prepare Statements of Work (SOWs) for contractors work allocations as required by project managementIdentify assumptions and potential risks to be considered during estimation and scopingSuggest risk reduction and mitigation measuresImplement risk reduction and mitigation measures to ensure contractors/suppliers successEnsure contractors/suppliers deliverables meet quality and performance criteria prior to invoice sign-offsConfirm contractors/suppliers invoices match deliverables and quoted level-of-effort invoiced forContact me at the detail provided below.Thank you,Theresa SteenkampKey Account Manager - Network Contracting Solutions tsteenkamp at networkcontracting c.o.z.a.