Project Manager – Hardware Development

Rockwell Automation

. Work with Engineering, Product Managers, Program Managers and Business Managers to bring product roadmaps to life.

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the product development life cycle, including project planning, execution, and risk management, particularly in electronic hardware and embedded software. Proficient in Agile methodologies and project management tools to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and optimize product delivery.

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Project ManagementAgile/Scrum MethodologiesProduct DevelopmentFinancial BudgetingRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningProduct Development Life CycleElectronic HardwareEmbedded SoftwareRisk ManagementFinancial BudgetingProject LeadershipNew Product DesignManufacturing ProcessesProduct Testing

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationDecision-MakingCommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam Coordination

Tools & Technologies

Atlassian JiraJamaSAPScheduling Software

Certifications & Qualifications

PMI/PMPLean Six SigmaAgile/Scrum Certifications

Industry Keywords

Functional SafetySecurity StandardsUL CertificationCE CertificationTUV Certification

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with Engineering, Product Managers, Program Managers and Business Managers to bring product roadmaps to life.
Manage the product development life cycle from project initiation through development and test to product release.
Manage new products comprised of electronic hardware and embedded software.
Construct project plans and coordinate delivery across engineering teams in an Agile development environment.
Work with manufacturing and sourcing teams to ensure the plant is ready to build the product at release.
Facilitate decisions across disciplines and address issues early.
Partner with multi-discipline teams to create and manage project delivery plans, finances, and resource plans.
Identify dependencies, anticipate obstacles and risks, and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
Bring teams together to drive decisions, resolve complex project issues and risks, and manage change.
Communicate progress, decisions, issues, risks, and mitigation plans to teams and senior leadership.
Ensure project alignment across other initiatives to avoid duplication or misaligned opportunities.
Provide input to product roadmaps and strategies to optimize new product and feature delivery.
Work with global project teams and potentially travel domestically and internationally.
Report to a manager in the Project Management Office.
This role has no direct reports.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree.
Legal authorization to work in the US is required.
We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
Typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience.
Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline.
Advanced training or certifications in PMI/PMP, Lean Six Sigma, Business Administration, Management, Operations, Project Engineering, or Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Experience in product or application development, especially with electronic hardware and embedded software.
Experience in a project management or project leadership role.
Experience partnering with management and leading indirect resources.
Demonstrated experience in project planning, including financial budgeting and forecasting, execution, and risk management.
Knowledge of project/product management tools such as Atlassian Jira, Jama, SAP, and scheduling software.
Experience using Agile/Scrum methodologies, especially with the Scaled Agile Framework.
Knowledge of product certifications, such as 61508 functional safety, 62443 security, UL, CE, and TUV.
Technical knowledge of industrial controls, new product design, hardware/software, product testing, manufacturing, or continuation engineering.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
401k
Paid Time off
Parental and Caregiver Leave
Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
Mentorship and coaching
Opportunity to grow into roles with increased scope and responsibility