Job Description

Executive Summary: Technical Project Manager

We are searching for a motivated team member who wants to be part of one of the leading ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT) companies in the world. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of innovative IoT solutions, from conception through deployment. This role demands a balance of technical knowledge, project management expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality IoT products on time and within budget.

This is a hybrid position with both work from home/in-office work based out of our Headquarters in Indianapolis, IN (specifically Carmel) or our IoT Innovation Center in Appleton, WI reporting directly to the VP of Program Management.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of IoT projects, ensuring they meet the specified requirements, timelines, and budgets

• Help facilitate agile ceremonies (standups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and drive continuous process improvements

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and sales, to define project scopes, goals, and deliverables

• Translate high-level requirements into detailed project plans with milestones, risks, and dependencies clearly defined

• Track and manage project scope as defined in the Statement of Work (SoW); identify when customer requests fall outside of scope and coordinate with internal stakeholders to document and communicate the impact

• Direct interaction with customers and coordination of their requests with engineering teams

• Collaborate with individuals on project plans, including resource allocation, timelines and deliverables, and risk management strategies

• Coordinate and facilitate communication across all project phases, ensuring clear and timely information flow among team members and stakeholders (both internal and external)

• Monitor and report on project progress, including milestones, financial health, and potential challenges to senior management and relevant stakeholders

• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the project team

• Actively review and verify deliverables to confirm they’re ready for customer evaluation

• For programs that have hardware components, occasional interaction with contract manufacturing partners for order placement, problem resolution, or working through scheduling challenges.

• Demonstrate the program’s given set of deliverables to business users and other key stakeholders in presentations, video calls, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• At least 5-7 years as a project manager in the technology sector, preference for candidates with a strong technical background with an understanding of IoT technologies, platforms, and protocols
• Excellent project management skills, including experience with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives
• Exceptional critical thinking skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Strong oral and written communication and people skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proactive approach to problem resolution and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Electrical engineering background is preferred
• PMI-ACP Certified
• Must be willing to travel

Interesting Capabilities

• Agile / Scrum experience using Azure DevOps
• Experience working with device technologies such as BLE, wireless, and LTE Cellular
• Electronic contract manufacturing background
• Cloud development-related experience using Azure

NO AGENCY APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED

Benefits

Mesh Systems is an Internet of Things (IoT) Solutions Accelerator that helps enterprises achieve digital transformation. With nearly two decades of experience working with Fortune 500s and industry leaders, Mesh Systems has IoT engineering competency across hardware, software, wireless technologies, and cloud services. We have been regularly awarded as one of the most innovative companies in the IoT ecosystem. For two years in a row (2023 and 2024), the Indiana Chamber has recognized us as a "Best Places to Work" company. In 2023, Mesh Systems was a Mira Awards Finalist for Exceptional Employer and Scale-Up of the Year along with being honored for the third time as part of the Inc. 5000 list. As a sales-driven, partner-led organization, we continuously seek to drive value and maximize the benefits of IoT for the enterprises we serve.

Working at Mesh has its perks!

Salary, company bonus, medical, dental, vision, cyber security, and pet insurance, wellness benefit, 401k plan with match, flexible work from home, 2 weeks annually ability to work anywhere in the world, parental leave, growth and development opportunities, flex-time off, volunteer time off, company paid life insurance, Friday Lunch & Learns, and unlimited snacks, fruit, coffee, and sodas!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mesh Systems is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Our goal is to employ a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, to stay and do their best work. 

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