Project Manager: Electrical / Power Engineering - (CRO- R&D)

Location: Remote North America

Job Description

NWS, is a leading Distributor & Manufacturer of innovative solutions catering to the ever-evolving needs of the telecommunications industry. We specialize in offering cutting-edge solutions for improved connectivity, network efficiency while delivering a seamless overall customer experience through strategic Materials Kitting & Logistics.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager with a background in electrical or power engineering to join our Research, Development and Innovations team. In this role you will help lead the development of next-generation RF, Optical, and Connectivity Solutions, managing R&D and IP efforts from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Project Planning & Scope Management
  • Define project scope, objectives, deliverables and success criteria for each project.
  • Develop and manage project plans including schedule, resources, budgets and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Scope change control process management, any scope changes documented, reviewed and approved.
• Cross-functional collaboration.
  • Collaborate and lead multidisciplinary teams including internal cross-functional department resources, 3rd party engineering firms, General Counsel/Legal, and external vendors to ensure alignment and on-time delivery.
  • Conduct regular progress reviews with relevant stakeholders.
  • Assign and manage project risk mitigation plans within cross-functional teams.
• Technical Requirements & Standards Oversight
  • All project specific functional & technical requirements documented.
  • Compliance matrix or checklist ensuring requirements map to telecom industry standards.
  • Prototype test plan (electrical, reliability, environment, telecom interface) defined and approved.
  • Lessons-learned documented from prototype phase and trials, incorporated into design improvements tracker.
• Monitoring, Controlling & Reporting.
  • Project progress reports generated and distributed (e.g., schedule vs actual, cost vs budget, risk status).
  • Earned Value metrics (or equivalent) tracked and variances analyzed.
  • Issues log maintained and escalated as required; corrective actions documented and implemented.
  • Budget expenditure monitored, forecast updated periodically, cost-to-complete estimated.
  • Project close-out summary: performance vs objectives, final budget reconciliation, lessons-learned repository.
• Deliverable Transition & Knowledge Transfer.
  • Prototype unit delivered, tested & accepted, with documentation (test reports, verification/validation evidence).
  • Transition plan to operations/production prepared, including training and handover documentation.
  • Documentation package finalized (requirements spec, design drawings, test protocols/results, change logs, maintenance guidelines).
  • Post-launch review completed: performance feedback gathered, improvements documented, roadmap update proposed.
  • Archival of project materials into company knowledge management system, and presentation of lessons-learned to wider organization.

Education, Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Power Engineering.
• Proven experience 5+ years managing R&D projects in telecommunications, electrical or power systems.
• Project Management certification (PMP or PRINCE2) preferred.
• Project Management: scheduling, budgeting, risk/issue management, stakeholder engagement.
• Communication: able to translate complex engineering concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Leadership: ability to lead a multi-discipline team, influence without formal authority, drive results in an R&D context.
• Self-motivated, strategic thinker, problem solving mindset with a passion for continuous learning and driving innovation.
• Demonstrate integrity, respect for others and ethical behavior.

Preferred Experiences:

• Technical background in telecommunication technologies including fiber optic, copper interconnect, power and wireless systems.
• Proven track record in leading end-to-end product development.
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) and data-driven technical execution.
• Strong stakeholder and team leadership abilities.
• Exposure to lean design/manufacturing practices or cost-reduction initiatives.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Chance to make a significant impact in shaping the future of wireless connectivity.

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