Hardware Project Manager

At Bloq.it, we’ve created the world’s leading smart locker solution. Solving online deliveries by enabling everyone to participate easily, reducing delivery costs, and making them more sustainable.

We’re quickly expanding, and after growing at 1000% for three years in a row, we’re now the fastest-growing Smart Locker company in the world and one of the fastest growing scale-ups in Europe.

We are searching for Hardware Project Manager, focused on customer projects to join our innovative team as new #bloqstars. This role will play a crucial role in ensuring that the customer requirements are delivered on time and on quality.

What will be your responsibilities

• Lead hardware projects from concept through market launch, collaborating with Engineering, Product Managers, Industrialization and Head of Program;

• Identify and manage the right resources to deliver a successful product to the customer;

• Identify possible solutions for existing and new systems to be integrated into our ecosystem, together with the customer and product teams;

• Develop and maintain project plans, including schedules, tracking dependencies, and managing stakeholders;

• Be critical about existing products and processes, and recommend improvements or new systems;

• Lead internal initiatives to establish and apply a governance framework for decision-making and performance tracking using success metrics;

• Work together with the VP of Hardware, Head of Program and Product Managers to define roadmaps, deliverables, SLAs and SLOs;

• Manage risks, resolve issues, and ensure successful delivery by facilitating the resolution of blockers;

• Identify and transform customer requirements into deliverables;

• Maintain budgets, track expenses, and ensure financial targets are met;

• Monitor and report on project progress and deliverables;

• Agree with stakeholders and guarantee to meet SLAs and SLOs.

What are the requirements to join us in this position

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent;

• 5+ years of experience in hardware project management, including managing significant cross-functional projects using industry-standard development methodologies;

• Experience operating at scale with global teams and products in fast-growing consumer markets;

• Experience with Product Life Cycle management applied to hardware products;

• Proficiency in project management tools and software (ie: Confluence, Jira, Notion);

• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with ambiguous and changing business requirements;

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Extra valued skills

• Experience in products combining both hardware and software;

• Experience in B2B enterprise products;

• Experience in project management within the automotive or aeronautical industry;

• PMP, PgMP, or Agile certification.

What will you get if you join us in this position

• The opportunity to join our team and play a pivotal role in contributing to innovative solutions that redefine Bloq.it's revolution in the smart locker industry;

• A dynamic and fast-paced work environment with a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning;

• Competitive salary and benefits package, tailored to your experience and skills, including performance-based bonus and Portuguese health insurance;

• Flexible work conditions, including a remote-friendly policy and a flexible schedule that allows you to balance your work and personal life;

• Monthly meetings in-person at our HQ Office in Lisbon, PT, giving you the chance to connect with the team and immerse yourself in our company culture;

• Make a tangible impact by contributing to the continuous improvement of our core solutions, actively supporting our mission to provide affordable and sustainable solutions.

If you're a passionate Project Manager ready to shape the future of smart locker solutions, Bloq.it is the place for you.

Join our team of #bloqstars and help us redefine the last-mile delivery experience!