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Electrical & Software Project Manager

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling • Portland, OR • 1h ago

Job Title

Job Category

Engineering

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an organized and agile Electrical & Software Project Manager based at our Counterbalance Development Center in Portland, Oregon .

This role manages both team development and revenue projects for our global Electrical, Controls, and Software organization. The team designs electrical systems, develops control systems, and writes software for a range of industrial trucks, from pallet trucks to large container handlers.

What you will do:

Oversee the entire lifecycle of software andcontrolsdevelopment projects, managing tasks frominitialconcept, through production launch, and ongoing post-launch support.

Regularly update and manage project plans, schedules, and resource allocation, closelymonitoringprogress and addressing potential challenges or risks as they arise.

Work closely with colleagues across engineering, manufacturing, and other departments to support efficient production processes and align efforts with companyobjectivesand technological advancements.

Lead and mentor project teams daily, providing direction and support to guarantee successful, on-time delivery of project milestones.

Who you are:

Outstanding communication abilities, enabling clear and concise presentation of intricate technical information to stakeholders at all levels, andfacilitatingseamless collaboration among cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and management teams.

Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills, fostering a culture of trust and accountability through mentorship, hands-on guidance, and effective delegation to drive project success.

Proven adaptability and resilience,maintainingfocus and proactively managing project risks and shifting priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced engineering environment.

Highly self-motivated witha strong senseof ownership, consistently driving projects forward and ensuring alignment with teamobjectivesand overall company goals.

What you will need:

Education :Bachelor's in Engineeringrequired;Master'spreferred

Experience :Minimum 7years industry experience

Skills, Experience & Abilities

At least five years of experience managing projects or programs in a technical or engineering environment, with solid understanding of product development and engineering change management

Experience managing project schedules, team supervision, and collaboration among multiple stakeholders

Understanding of human resources, budgeting, resource planning, and legal risk management

Experience using project management and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms

Preferred Skills, Experience & Abilities

Experience in automotive, commercial vehicle, off-road, or transportation industries.

Knowledge of Agile and V-model development processes.

Experience overseeing software orcontrolsdevelopment by external suppliers.

Project management certification, such as PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum.

Knowledge of industry regulations, including functional safety andcybersecurity

Who we are:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

What we offer:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option , and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

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Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

Travel Required

1-10%

Primary Location

HY US Portland, OR

Address

4000 NE Blue Lake Road

Zip Code

97024-8710

Field-Based

Relocation Assistance Available

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

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