Technical Project Manager

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

TheTechnical Project Managerwill lead new and sustaining product development projects within our engineering development organization. This role is responsible for managing the technical and cross-functional execution of projects from concept through commercial launch ensuring delivery on time within budget and in alignment with product specifications and business objectives.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in technical project management particularly in engineering-led product development environments. This individual will have the ability to lead cross-functional teams manage complex project schedules and budgets and drive execution across hardware software/firmware manufacturing and test disciplines. The role also requires strong collaboration with engineering operations manufacturing quality and program teams as well as the ability to leverage project data reporting and automation tools to improve visibility planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new and sustaining product development projects across cross-functional engineering teams.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans schedules budgets milestones and resource allocation.
• Drive projects through the full product development lifecycle from concept and customer requirements through commercial launch.
• Monitor project performance timelines deliverables and utilization to support effective planning and execution.
• Identify technical operational and schedule risks; develop mitigation and contingency plans.
• Coordinate teams across design engineering quality system test manufacturing operations and program management.
• Partner with internal manufacturing teams and contract manufacturers to support design for manufacturability and design for test.
• Establish and track key design and quality parameters including Critical to Quality (CTQ) requirements to support reliable high-volume production.
• Conduct technical feasibility requirements and cost-benefit analysis to support project decisions.
• Communicate project status priorities risks and outcomes clearly to stakeholders and leadership.
• UtilizeSmartsheetfor project tracking schedules resource planning and reporting.
• LeveragePower BIto analyze project utilization and performance data and provide actionable insights.
• UsePower Automateor similar tools to streamline workflows reporting and cross-functional communication.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution engineering workflows and team effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering a technical discipline Project Management or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of project or program management experience in a technical or engineering-focused environment.
• Experience managing new product development of electronic-based products.
• Experience leading projects through the full product development lifecycle including products involving electronics mechanical and firmware engineering.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams across engineering quality test and manufacturing functions.
• Strong project management skills including budgeting scheduling risk management resource planning and status reporting.
• Strong analytical problem-solving organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project planning tools.
• Experience withSmartsheet; familiarity withPower BIandPower Automatepreferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management certification such asPMP.
• Experience in the utility industry including water and gas metering or battery-powered communication products.
• Experience with radio transceivers.
• Familiarity with regulatory and industry standards such asANSI AWWA ULandIntrinsic Safety.
• Exposure to or working knowledge of firmware and/or software systems.
• Strong mechanical and industrial background with experience in infrastructure utilities manufacturing or field equipment environments.

Core Competencies

• Technical project leadership
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Product development lifecycle management
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Budget and schedule management
• Data-driven decision-making
• Stakeholder communication and influence
• Continuous improvement mindset

The estimated salary range for this position is $115000 to $135000. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors such as skills experience and work location and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package including Medical Dental and Vision plans 401(k) with company contribution paid time off paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage conservation and re-use. Our products impact public utilities industrial sectors residential areas and commercial buildings with a commitment to providing smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics for water electric and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.