Project Manager

Looking for an exciting role in a start up type company in a fast growing industry?

BMZ USA, Inc. develops and produces high-tech lithium-ion battery systems and is looking for an experienced and well-structured professional to join our young and driven team.

This is your chance to step into the fast growing market of li-ion batteries with one of the industry’s leading developers and manufacturers. BMZ USA is one of four development and manufacturing sites of BMZ Group that employs almost 2,000 people worldwide.

In the last 5 years, we have made significant progress in transitioning BMZ USA from a sales office into a development and manufacturing company. But we have just started: New customers and double digit growth are what we have seen and what we are positioned for. A great working environment, exciting projects and a place to grow is what we offer.

We are looking for a well-seasoned professional with experience and the mindset to not only execute the daily tasks but also to take on new challenges as we continue our path to become the biggest supplier for customized li-ion battery pack solutions.

POSITION SUMMARY

Oversee and coordinate the design, development and production launch of lithium-ion battery solutions.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Include the following, but other duties may apply:

• Lead new battery development projects through gated NPI process
• Plan and coordinate requirements between multi-disciplinary teams working on specific projects
• Report project progress and performance against planned timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate activities between functional groups, such as Engineering, Operations, Quality, etc.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert for assigned products through development.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.
• Some travel required.

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 3 years of experience managing technical projects involving multi-disciplinary teams.
• Must be fluent in English and able to communicate with others effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Microsoft Project.

ADDITIONAL VALUED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE (NOT REQUIRED)

• Certified PMP.
• Understand lithium-ion batteries and systems.
• Understand electronic control systems.
• Experience with printed circuit boards.
• Experience sourcing suppliers, both foreign and domestic.

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION

• None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands, fingers, handle, or grasp; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. Vision abilities required. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Working hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm EST., Monday through Friday; occasional overtime and weekend hours will be required. The noise levels in some manufacturing facilities frequently may exceed the normal dBA (noise level). Work conditions may include elevated noise levels requiring hearing protection. While performing the duties of this job, the employee could be exposed to some mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock.

The employee may be required to occasionally wear safety glasses and possibly hearing protection, as well as proper grounding equipment to eliminate the chance of electrostatic discharge.

BMZ USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person