Loop Energy is helping build a zero-emissions world – and we need your help!

We are a Canadian based industry-leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of hydrogen fuel cell systems - our products are reshaping the industry with an unmatched combination of fuel efficiency and power density.

We have recently raised 100 million dollars, are now publicly traded, and excited about our future.

The Position:

We are seeking a skilled and high performing Technical Project Manager - New Product Development for an important role within our growing project management team. Reporting to the Director of Product and Project Management, the project manager will bring a background in project life cycle management work to help drive the organization to a high level of success in introducing new products to the market.    

The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of stage-gate process of New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI), proven skills to manage medium to larger technical projects, and solid risk-management and communication abilities. 

The technical project manager will play a key role in managing NPD projects from stage 1 through to full production release and commercial launch, ensuring on-time delivery for customer project, and developing PM process where needed for continuous improvement.

Each day will be different, yet key responsibilities and expectations include:

• Implement and maintain New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI) process and SOP

• Plan, set, and control schedule, resources, and deliverables for NPD and customer projects

• Formulate and execute highly technical program/ project plans in a collaborative matrix environment, and ensure on-time and on-budget delivery with expected quality

• Lead the cross-functional project team, coordinate tasks, and lead regular project meetings

• Identify and monitor project risks, escalate and develop mitigation plans to proactively avoid delays and overages 

• Track and control project critical path by coordinating project milestone reviews including product design reviews and releases

• Communicate with project stakeholders in a timely manner regarding project status, issues and risks

• Lead continuous improvement of project management process and develop relevant documents where needed 

• Monitor and control project progress, and provide regular internal and external status reports 

• Support cross-functional teams and participate in the “collective” to achieve project goals

What we are looking for:

• Engineering degree, PMP is a strong asset

• Proven experience in a PM role managing NPD and customer projects

• Track record of delivering in a deadline-driven environment, on time and on budget

• Experience in hydrogen fuel cell and automotive industry a definite asset

• Dynamic, motivated, results-oriented creative thinker and problem solver who can facilitate good decision-making

• Able to keep calm under pressure and communicate clearly

• Working knowledge of codes and standards related to automotive industry and fuel cell

• Familiar with ISO 9001 & QMS 

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Proficient in MS Office products including MS Project

• An asset yet not required – experience with FMEA, FTA, 8D, and 5 Whys

Why you should join Loop Energy?

• Rare opportunity to join a company making a difference

• A chance to work within a Canadian company in high growth and a bright future

• Competitive salary and comprehensive company paid health and dental benefits

• Flexible Lifestyle and Health Spending Accounts

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

• Opportunities for career advancement
  

Please apply asap as we are interviewing immediately!  No cover letter required.