Associate Technical Project Manager Jobs in Tracy, CA

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

YOU

As a Project Manager, Engineering Technology, you will play a pivotal role in managing diverse applications, enhancing workflows, and driving organizational efficiency, all while contributing to our mission to provide exceptional products and services.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (% of Time)

Manage the Development and Lifecycle of Structural Engineering Applications (40%)

• Oversee the development, enhancement, and maintenance of a diverse portfolio of applications, including simple selector tools, robust desktop software, integrated web platforms, and internal enterprise solutions.
• Leverage your structural engineering expertise to ensure that each application meets business objectives, user needs, and technical standards.
• Guide the application lifecycle from intake and business case development through quality assurance, launch, and post-launch updates, including patches and enhancements.
• Continuously gather and analyze feedback to prioritize improvements, ensuring high usability, technical accuracy, and functionality.

Lead Cross-Functional Collaboration for Complex Projects (30%)

• Act as the structural engineering SME to facilitate communication and alignment among cross-functional teams, delivering high-impact solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify needs, define project goals, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives across all application types.
• Balance resource allocation and schedules to support simultaneous development and maintenance of multiple applications, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.

Streamline Internal Engineering Applications (30%)

• Drive the creation, optimization, and deployment of internal enterprise tools to enhance the efficiency, organization, and innovation of engineering workflows.
• Identify opportunities to streamline internal processes, leveraging your expertise to implement impactful and sustainable improvements.
• Provide leadership in aligning internal tools with industry best practices to support long-term organizational success.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• B.S. degree in STEM or equivalent experience in a related technical field (required).
• Passing the NCEES Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam (preferred).
• PMP Certification or equivalent project management experience (preferred).
• Minimum 4 years of project management experience in engineering, software, or other technical projects.
• Minimum 5 years of industry-related engineering experience in roles such as Designer, Design Engineer, Technician, or EIT.
• Strong working knowledge of timber, concrete, and steel construction methods. Familiarity with Simpson Strong-Tie products is a plus.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to write reports, develop correspondence, and deliver presentations to customers and internal teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply technical knowledge and common sense to resolve complex issues.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain focus on quality outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams, fostering teamwork and building consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset, showing initiative and creativity in identifying and implementing process improvements while managing associated risks intelligently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, and PowerPoint, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new software and tools as needed.
• Proficiency in JIRA and Confluence for project tracking and team collaboration.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

This job requires domestic/international travel, 15% of the time.

WORK STATUS & LOCATION

This full-time, exempt position will be located in a local branch or may work remotely.

RELOCATION

Relocation is not available for this position.

PAY

$84,400 - $135,000 / year

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners, etc. are frequently used.

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REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission:You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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