Opportunity OverviewAs an Operations Project Manager, you will lead cross-functional New Products Introduction (NPI) teams driving transformative programs with industry-leading talent. You will own scope, schedule, cost, and change management. You will drive operational readiness, product quality, and manufacturing excellence across global teams, with opportunities to grow into Program Manager role. Key responsibilities include:
- Lead NPI Projects: Collaborate with Engineering, Marketing, Supply Chain, Volume Manufacturing, and Contract Manufacturing partners to guide products from concept through prototyping, pilot builds, and into high-volume production.
- Project Planning & Control: Develop detailed project plans (scope, WBS, schedule, cost, risks), track progress, manage trade-offs, and enable timely decision-making.
- Risk Management: Identify opportunities and risks, partner with SMEs to develop actionable plans to address them and escalate issues when necessary.
- DFx & Production Transfer Readiness: Proactively partner with DFx teams across compliance/safety, quality, manufacturing, test, assembly, and cost throughout development to ensure issues are resolved promptly.
- Prototype /Pilot Builds: Oversee prototype and pilot builds. Manage product transfer to Contract Manufacturing partners.
- Communication: Deliver clear, concise, and relevant project updates to stakeholders at all levels; influence effectively without formal authority.
- Phase-Gate Reviews: Lead readiness assessments, review deliverables, and document lessons learned.
All About YouWe seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you're ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.
Qualifications & Experience- Education: BS in Engineering or related field; MS in Engineering or MBA preferred. PMP strongly desired.
- Experience: 8+ years of project management leading complex, technical programs; demonstrates strong business acumen and deep professional expertise.
Project Management & Domain Expertise- Advanced proficiency in risk management, schedule development, critical path analysis, resource planning, and cost control.
- Broad, hands-on experience across project management disciplines with the ability to integrate cross-functional interdependencies.
- Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI), Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and DFx are a plus.
Advanced Professional Capability- Operates independently on complex, ambiguous problems requiring judgment across variable factors.
- Definesmethods and approaches for new assignments; frequently advises others on complex matters.
- Builds influence beyond immediate expertise; effectively persuades diverse, senior, and cross-functional audiences.
Functional Depth- Deep expertise in at least one major discipline (Engineering, Operations, Applications, or Marketing) leveraged to drive complex, cross-functional initiatives at an advanced PM level.
Leadership & Impact- Outcome-driven self-starter who thrives in ambiguity and delivers transformational, business-level impact.
- Comfortable leading global, multi-site teams and influencing across matrixed organizations.
- Aligns diverse stakeholders to drive high-impact, enterprise-level initiatives.
Problem Solving & Communication- Applies rigorous analysis and judgment to complex situations; adapts advanced techniques as needed.
- Exceptional written and verbal communicator; synthesizes complex topics clearly for broad business audiences.
Nice to Have- Semiconductor and/or ATE industry experience; familiarity with the Teradyne product portfolio preferred
This is an on-site employment opportunity.This position is not eligible for relcation. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.CompensationThe base salary range for this role is $140,500 - $224,800 range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.
Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.
Benefits Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.
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