Job Description
emora is seeking an experienced Sr. Engineering Project Manager to join our t eam and lead complex electro-mechanical hardware programs from design, through build and deployment. This role owns project timelines, scope, and budget, as well as internal and external stakeholder communication, while driving alignment across engineering, research, and operations teams. The ideal candidate combines strong technical acumen with strong organization and communication skills to ensure seamless execution, transparent collaboration, and on-time delivery of high-quality engineering solutions.
We're building carbon capture for trains and trucks. We generate revenue for railroads and trucking companies by extracting, purifying, and selling CO2 from their exhaust. Our technology can capture up to 90% of the CO2 in the vehicle's exhaust, while also reducing soot, particulate matter, and NOx.
We've partnered with some of the largest railroads and trucking companies, including Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern, Ryder, and Werner. We've now raised $117 million from prominent investors, including Lowercarbon Capital, Valor Equity Partners, Union Square Ventures, First Round Capital, and Y Combinator.
Responsibilities : Plan & Develop
- Own the full lifecycle of research and engineering projects from concept and design through build, validation, and deployment with customers.
- Develop detailed technical project plans, defining scope, engineering deliverables, integration milestones, build plans, budgets, and resource requirements.
- Partner with engineering to translate product requirements into actionable design, testing, and production activities.
- Conduct detailed risk assessments covering technical feasibility, design integration, and supplier readiness; define and track mitigation strategies.
- Align project objectives with customer expectations and organizational goals to ensure technical success and high-quality delivery.
- Establish and maintain project documentation, including schedules, budgets, requirements, risk logs, and design review materials.
Execute
Drive daily project execution between cross-functional groups, including mechanical, electrical, systems, and test engineering teams, purchasing, fabrication, assembly, suppliers and contractors.Maintain complete ownership of project timelines and deliverables, ensuring on-time completion of project milestones and customer shipments.Lead engineering design reviews, readiness checkpoints, and build reviews to ensure alignment and design maturity.Identify and resolve technical and schedule roadblocks quickly by coordinating with engineering leads, suppliers, and cross-functional partners.Track project performance metrics (schedule, cost, risk, quality, and technical maturity) and report progress to internal and external stakeholders.Oversee project transitions from prototype to build and delivery phases, ensuring successful handoff and customer satisfaction.Collaborate
Serve as the primary interface for assigned engineering programs, owning all communications, technical updates, and delivery timelines.Partner with supplier engineering and program teams to manage design inputs, change requests, and integration requirements.Collaborate with internal cross-functional groups including procurement, manufacturing, testing, and finance, aligning resources and dependencies.Drive consistent, transparent communication across teams to ensure shared visibility into project status, risks, and next steps.Contribute to the development and optimization of scalable project management and engineering execution processes.Grow
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and project managers, helping them develop technical execution and leadership skills.Support continuous improvement by leading post-project reviews and incorporating lessons learned into future programs.Stay informed on emerging engineering tools, technologies, and project management practices to enhance efficiency and innovation.Champion a culture of technical excellence, proactive problem-solving, and accountability across the engineering organization.Requirements :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related technical discipline.7+ years of experience managing complex electro-mechanical hardware or systems engineering projects from design through build and deployment.Proven track record of managing end-to-end program ownership including design integration, build readiness, and delivery execution.Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams (mechanical, electrical, systems, test, and supply chain).Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills with experience in customer-facing technical roles.Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira or MS Project.Ability to manage multiple high-complexity projects in a fast-paced, evolving engineering environment.Here’s what we value :
Mission First : We are laser-focused on our mission. We have chosen to take on the defining challenge of our time, and we don’t shy away from the hard decisions required to put our mission first, no matter how tough. The world needs our technology and it won’t happen any time soon if we don’t make it happen. We are a low-ego team, and we prioritize the mission over our self-interest. We think strategically with an eye to the long term, and we clearly separate what must be done well now, and what can be improved later, despite ambiguity.Burning Urgency : Our hard-core intensity and work ethic match the crisis we’re in. We have a strong bias toward action, and we execute with focus and speed. In the absence of guidance, we take charge, lead our teammates, and accomplish our goals. We aren’t afraid to change course when something isn’t working, and we find solutions even when it seems like there are none. We are cool under pressure, and our quiet determination and drive are unwavering. We relentlessly push ourselves and each other to improve. We don’t accept adequate performance. Excellence is the expectation. Many would say our standards are unreasonably high, and many would say our goals are unreasonably bold, but we are hungry to be exceptional. We will never give up, no matter what. If we get knocked down, we get back up, every time. We will not fail.Uncompromising Honesty : We are always honest with ourselves, our teammates, our customers, our investors, our suppliers, our communities, and all of our partners, especially about what’s not going well and what we don’t know. When we see issues, risks, or challenges, we speak up, and when we make mistakes, we admit them proactively and take full accountability. We challenge others directly when we disagree, even when it’s uncomfortable, and we seek this uncompromising honesty from others.Treat People Exceptionally Well : We care intensely about everyone who is on this mission with us, and our standard is exceptional respect for our teammates, partners, and communities. Teammates who bring different perspectives and backgrounds are essential to our success, and we empower everyone to share their voice. We listen to truly understand. We constantly encourage and help our teammates, and inspire each other with our enthusiasm and optimism.Joyful Curiosity : We love to learn, and we learn quickly. We explore the unknown with wonder and excitement. We reason from first principles. We generate original ideas with an open mind and test them quickly in the real world. We take risks and adapt as we discover more. We explore many ideas in parallel, and we don’t count on a silver bullet solution. We share our ideas freely with our teammates. We are skeptical about conventional wisdom, and we question every assumption and requirement. We are always looking for ways to simplify. We are rigorous and attentive to detail. We are eager to understand all aspects of our business and technology, and we contribute effectively outside our individual specialties. We never stop learning.Logistics :
Location : Wixom, MIStart date : ImmediatelyCompensation and Benefits :
Salary : $120,000 - $180,000Competitive Stock OptionsHealthcare (Aetna)Retirement (401k)Student loan assistanceThree Weeks of paid time offEleven Holidays offDependent care assistance (childcare or eldercare)Parental leaveUnlimited sick and compassionate leaveEmployee development and coachingOffice setup (remote) or relocation (in-person) stipendClimate change disproportionately impacts communities of color, so we’re looking for candidates deeply committed to reducing emissions and to racial justice. People who identify as Black, Indigenous, person of color, female, non-binary, trans, gender non-conforming, or any other identity underrepresented in startups are especially encouraged to apply.
Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to think they are qualified for a position after reading a list of requirements like the one above. If you are worried that you are not qualified, please apply anyway! We’re most excited to work with people who learn quickly and want to tackle the climate crisis.