Microchip Technology Inc
Project Manager - Technical (NPI/Sustaining)
Microchip Technology Inc, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Overview
Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Microchip Technology Inc. offers an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication within a global organization. We support career growth through leadership programs and a strong commitment to development, values-based decision making, and community. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo and empower innovation. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await! Job Description
The Microchip Frequency and Time Systems (FTS) development team is seeking an experienced New Product Introduction (NPI) and Sustaining Project Manager. The FTS systems group produces network timing equipment such as PTP Grandmasters and NTP servers. The primary role is to manage the engineering development, prototyping, and final production release of a new product. You will define the overall schedule, develop the project budget, and work with a multi-disciplined group of engineers and technicians. You will also interact with the Operations Team to transition a product from development to production. You will participate in all aspects of the design cycle, collaborating with HW/SW/Marketing/Test/Manufacturing teams, planning, high-level specification, design reviews, documentation, validation, hardware bring-up/testing, and sustaining activities for existing products. The ideal candidate has an engineering development background with experience coordinating with operations and vendors and a strong ability to solve technical problems and manage projects. Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the multi-functional NPI team through all phases of the product development lifecycle, ensuring on-time, on-scope, and on-budget delivery. Collaborate with hardware, software, marketing, test, and manufacturing teams from planning through detailed design and documentation review. Oversee simulation, verification, and validation activities to ensure design integrity. Participate in hardware bring-up and testing with Test Engineers to develop and execute comprehensive product test plans. Ensure effective transition from development to production by serving as the primary engineering liaison with Operations. Develop and manage schedules and budgets for all prototype and pilot builds. Provide key deliverables, updates, and status reports to the broader Operations team. Partner with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) buyers on material planning and procurement. Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers to develop and implement factory readiness plans. Work with the Supply Chain team to develop and refine production costing estimates. Support ongoing product sustaining activities, driving continuous improvement and issue resolution for released products. Qualifications
12.5+ years of experience in the electronics industry. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Demonstrated project management leadership with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and drive projects to completion. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong documentation abilities. Strong attention to detail and a proven ability to drive tasks to timely completion. In-depth knowledge of product development through a structured cycle. Knowledge of Bills of Materials (BOM) structures and release management. Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), deviations, and related processes. General knowledge of production build environments, including PCBA, cables, sheet metal, and related manufacturing processes. Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project) and Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Atlassian tools - Jira and Confluence Travel : 0% - 25% Physical Attributes : Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, Talking; Works Alone and Around Others Physical Requirements : 70% Sitting, 15% Walking, 15% Standing, Usual Business Hours Pay Range : The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in California, is $88,000 - $232,000. Range is dependent on location, skills, and experience. Total compensation includes base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonuses, plus benefits such as health coverage, retirement savings plans, and an industry-leading ESPP program with a 2-year look-back feature. Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster. To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Microchip Technology Inc. offers an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication within a global organization. We support career growth through leadership programs and a strong commitment to development, values-based decision making, and community. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo and empower innovation. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await! Job Description
The Microchip Frequency and Time Systems (FTS) development team is seeking an experienced New Product Introduction (NPI) and Sustaining Project Manager. The FTS systems group produces network timing equipment such as PTP Grandmasters and NTP servers. The primary role is to manage the engineering development, prototyping, and final production release of a new product. You will define the overall schedule, develop the project budget, and work with a multi-disciplined group of engineers and technicians. You will also interact with the Operations Team to transition a product from development to production. You will participate in all aspects of the design cycle, collaborating with HW/SW/Marketing/Test/Manufacturing teams, planning, high-level specification, design reviews, documentation, validation, hardware bring-up/testing, and sustaining activities for existing products. The ideal candidate has an engineering development background with experience coordinating with operations and vendors and a strong ability to solve technical problems and manage projects. Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the multi-functional NPI team through all phases of the product development lifecycle, ensuring on-time, on-scope, and on-budget delivery. Collaborate with hardware, software, marketing, test, and manufacturing teams from planning through detailed design and documentation review. Oversee simulation, verification, and validation activities to ensure design integrity. Participate in hardware bring-up and testing with Test Engineers to develop and execute comprehensive product test plans. Ensure effective transition from development to production by serving as the primary engineering liaison with Operations. Develop and manage schedules and budgets for all prototype and pilot builds. Provide key deliverables, updates, and status reports to the broader Operations team. Partner with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) buyers on material planning and procurement. Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers to develop and implement factory readiness plans. Work with the Supply Chain team to develop and refine production costing estimates. Support ongoing product sustaining activities, driving continuous improvement and issue resolution for released products. Qualifications
12.5+ years of experience in the electronics industry. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Demonstrated project management leadership with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and drive projects to completion. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong documentation abilities. Strong attention to detail and a proven ability to drive tasks to timely completion. In-depth knowledge of product development through a structured cycle. Knowledge of Bills of Materials (BOM) structures and release management. Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), deviations, and related processes. General knowledge of production build environments, including PCBA, cables, sheet metal, and related manufacturing processes. Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project) and Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Atlassian tools - Jira and Confluence Travel : 0% - 25% Physical Attributes : Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, Talking; Works Alone and Around Others Physical Requirements : 70% Sitting, 15% Walking, 15% Standing, Usual Business Hours Pay Range : The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in California, is $88,000 - $232,000. Range is dependent on location, skills, and experience. Total compensation includes base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonuses, plus benefits such as health coverage, retirement savings plans, and an industry-leading ESPP program with a 2-year look-back feature. Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster. To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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