At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.
WHOOP is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineering Project Manager to lead complex engineering projects that drive the development of the next generation of WHOOP devices. This role will be instrumental in delivering innovative hardware consumer products from concept to market, ensuring technical excellence and seamless collaboration across teams.
RESPONSIBILITES:
Lead and align multi-disciplinary hardware engineering teams, including Electrical, Mechanical, Firmware, and Compliance Engineering, to deliver new WHOOP hardware products to market
Manage full lifecycle New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from kickoff through manufacturing ramp, ensuring adherence to performance, schedule, and cost goals
Build and maintain detailed project schedules across hardware design elements such as PCBAs, plastics, batteries, haptics, wireless components, and engineering test fixtures
Coordinate closely with cross-functional departments including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Data Science, Signal Processing, Industrial Design, and Product to define objectives, align on priorities, and resolve blockers
Lead the execution of NPI Builds from Prototype through DVT with internal and external partners, including on-site attendance at manufacturers as needed
Support Hardware Tech Leads in prioritizing and planning testing activities, from focused design-of-experiments (DOEs) to large-scale beta tests
Own and evolve the risk and issue management framework, ensuring effective mitigation strategies and transparent reporting to stakeholders
Identify gaps within the WHOOP New Hardware Product Development Engineering Process and own initiatives to enable execution of projects in an organized, methodical, and predictable manner
Communicate project updates and drive key decisions at the executive level QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience in hardware product development
5+ years of industry experience managing or directly contributing to complex hardware development projects
Plus if some or all of that experience is in consumer electronic product development
Has successfully launched at least one hardware product with cross functional dependencies, either as an engineer or project/program manager
Experience coordinating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and global external partners
Working knowledge of sourcing timelines and component development workflows
Impeccable organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Capable of helping engineers of all levels navigate both tactical and strategic shifts by driving clarity and maintaining composure
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, both written and verbal
Ability to travel internationally to support engineering builds (up to 15%) Additional Information
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility.
This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.
