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Manage IT projects by defining scope, timelines, budgets, leading planning sessions, mitigating risks, and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. | Experience managing IT projects using methodologies like Agile and Waterfall, familiarity with tools such as JIRA or Smartsheet, strong team building and communication skills, and ability to manage project scope, schedule, and budget. | Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta. The IT Project Manager manages tech projects by defining scope, timelines, and budgets with stakeholders. They ensure stakeholder satisfaction by meeting deadlines, budgets, and mitigating risks. Leading project planning sessions and setting project goals. Managing project scope, schedule, and budget throughout the project lifecycle. Assisting in communicating change management plans and risk to all affected stakeholders or teams Identifying and mitigating project risks in a proactive manner. Ensuring project documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date. Cycle Time Employee Employee Satisfaction On-time task completion Skill - Be able to identify and escalate problems Experience - Possess experience in project management within an IT environment. Knowledge - Have a solid grasp of project management methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall). Knowledge - Be familiar with project management tools such as JIRA, or Smartsheet. Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things that he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes opportunities when they arise. Building Effective Teams - Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Approachability - Is easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease; can be warm, pleasant, and gracious; is sensitive to and patient with the interpersonal anxieties of others; builds rapport well; is a good listener; is an early knower, getting informal and incomplete information in time to do something about it. Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy. Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process. Solving complex challenges, delivering innovations that matter! Novanta is a leading global supplier of core technology solutions that give medical, life science, and advanced industrial original equipment manufacturers a competitive advantage. We combine deep proprietary expertise and competencies in precision medicine, precision manufacturing, robotics and automation, and advanced surgery with a proven ability to solve complex technical challenges. This enables Novanta to engineer proprietary technology solutions that deliver extreme precision and performance, tailored to our customers' demanding applications. The driving force behind our growth is the team of innovative professionals who share a commitment to innovation, the Novanta Growth System, and our customers’ success. Novanta’s common shares are quoted on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "NOVT".
Drive sales and revenue growth by managing customer relationships, developing territory plans, and leading the sales process for mechatronic components in Northern CA and Northwest territories. | Bachelor's or Master's in Mechatronic, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years sales experience with mechatronic components, knowledge of encoders, motors, controls, and market experience in Robotics or related fields, plus strong customer management and CRM skills. | Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing-improving productivity, enhancing people's lives and redefining what's possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications-from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta. This position is part of Novanta's Robotics and Automation (R&A) business unit. We are committed to delivering motion control and force torque feedback solutions that accelerate our customers' ability to deliver innovative solutions to their markets. Primary markets include the following: Surgical Robotics, Warehouse Automation/Humanoids, Semiconductor, Life Sciences and SatCom. Novanta's cohesive vision, superior technologies, consultative team approach and best-in-class reliability make us the trusted partner in solving the most challenging Robotic and Automation applications. Summary This role is responsible for identifying and generating new business and maintaining existing business at OEMs. The successful Sales Engineer will work closely and develop prosperous relationships with both our internal and our customers' cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, quality, product design, and senior executives. The Sales Engineer identifies current and future customer needs (i.e. product/technology roadmaps, demand forecasts, quality assurance processes) and is able to communicate and champion them within the R&A organization. The territory is Northern CA & Northwest territory (WA, OR, NV, ID, UT, MT, WY, CO and BC, AB Canada). Primary Responsibilities • Deliver bookings & revenue targets and strategic objectives for the assigned geography. • Create and update a territory plan and action plan to deliver results. • Drive the sales process: consisting of Call, Opportunity, Account and Territory Management. • Pursue sales leads and prospective sales clients. • Provide regular accurate & detailed regional forecasts and reports. • Handle contract negotiations with new and existing accounts. • Develop relationships with other Novanta sales organizations in the region. • Maintain complete, accurate, timely and compliant data in CRM (Salesforce). Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies • Bachelor's/Master's Degree in relevant discipline (Mechatronic, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering). • Proven in-depth technical knowledge of mechatronic components with5 years of experience in Sales. • Know-how of encoder, motors and controls technology is mandatory. • Market know-how in at least 2 of the following markets for 2+ years: Robotics, Medical Robotics, Semiconductor, Metrology and Satellite Communication. • Multiyear successful track record of customer management with OEMs and in long cycle qualifications where pre- and post-sales services are a key element of the value proposition to the Customer. • Drives, implements, and continuously improves a disciplined sales process that demands lead generation, pipeline management, forecasting, etc. Proven CRM user. Travel Requirements • Requires up to 50% travel. • Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally, if required. Compensation and Benefits • The base pay for this position is 120,000 to 150,000 per year depending on the geographic market. • Dependent on the position offered, annual bonuses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of the compensation package. • Novanta supports all aspects of your life's needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better. Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy. Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.
Lead enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives, promote Lean and innovation tools, deliver training, and drive measurable business performance improvements. | Bachelor's in engineering preferred, proven continuous improvement and operations leadership in manufacturing, expertise in Lean tools, strong interpersonal and facilitation skills, and ability to lead cross-functional teams. | Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing-improving productivity, enhancing people's lives and redefining what's possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications-from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta. 🚀 Vice President, Novanta Growth System (NGS) & Continuous Improvement 📍 Remote - United States or Europe (Germany, UK, or Spain) Reports to: Co-Chief Operating Officer Lead Transformation. Drive Excellence. Shape the Future. At Novanta, we don't just build technology-we power innovations that transform healthcare and advanced manufacturing. From minimally invasive surgery to robotics and 3D metal printing, our precision-engineered components and subsystems are redefining what's possible. We are looking for a strategic and inclusive leader to champion the Novanta Growth System (NGS) and embed a culture of Continuous Improvement across our global enterprise. This is a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence, elevate performance, and inspire change at scale. 🔧 Your Mission As Vice President of NGS & Continuous Improvement, you will: • Serve as the enterprise-wide advocate for NGS, promoting Lean, CI, and innovation tools across all functions. • Foster a culture of problem-solving, visual management, and Kaizen excellence. • Lead strategic initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction, lead times, delivery, productivity, profitability, and employee engagement. • Deliver NGS and Lean training across all levels, enabling teams to sustain improvements independently. • Shape the Lean roadmap and drive measurable impact on business performance. 🎯 What You Bring • A bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial preferred); a master's degree or MBA is advantageous. • A proven track record of success in Continuous Improvement and operations leadership within complex manufacturing environments. • Deep expertise in Lean tools (e.g., Six Sigma, DMAIC, VSM, 5S, Visual Management). • Strong interpersonal, analytical, and facilitation skills. • A collaborative, cross-functional mindset with a bias for action and a commitment to excellence. 🌍 Why Novanta? • A global, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: NOVT) with offices across EMEA, the Americas, and Asia Pacific. • A mission-driven culture focused on technology that matters. • An opportunity to lead transformation in a high-impact, enterprise-wide role. ✈ Travel: Circa 50% 🌐 Location: Remote - United States or Europe (Germany, UK, or Spain) 🔗 Ready to Lead the Change? Join Novanta and be a driving force behind our growth system. Apply now or reach out to Rebecca Pelham to discuss further how you can shape the future of innovation and operational excellence. Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy. Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.
Manage IT projects by defining scope, timelines, budgets, leading planning sessions, mitigating risks, and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. | Experience in IT project management, familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies, proficiency with project management tools like JIRA or Smartsheet, and strong team-building and communication skills. | Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta. The IT Project Manager manages tech projects by defining scope, timelines, and budgets with stakeholders. They ensure stakeholder satisfaction by meeting deadlines, budgets, and mitigating risks. Leading project planning sessions and setting project goals. Managing project scope, schedule, and budget throughout the project lifecycle. Assisting in communicating change management plans and risk to all affected stakeholders or teams Identifying and mitigating project risks in a proactive manner. Ensuring project documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date. Cycle Time Employee Employee Satisfaction On-time task completion Skill - Be able to identify and escalate problems Experience - Possess experience in project management within an IT environment. Knowledge - Have a solid grasp of project management methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall). Knowledge - Be familiar with project management tools such as JIRA, or Smartsheet. Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things that he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes opportunities when they arise. Building Effective Teams - Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Approachability - Is easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease; can be warm, pleasant, and gracious; is sensitive to and patient with the interpersonal anxieties of others; builds rapport well; is a good listener; is an early knower, getting informal and incomplete information in time to do something about it. Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy. Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process. Solving complex challenges, delivering innovations that matter! Novanta is a leading global supplier of core technology solutions that give medical, life science, and advanced industrial original equipment manufacturers a competitive advantage. We combine deep proprietary expertise and competencies in precision medicine, precision manufacturing, robotics and automation, and advanced surgery with a proven ability to solve complex technical challenges. This enables Novanta to engineer proprietary technology solutions that deliver extreme precision and performance, tailored to our customers' demanding applications. The driving force behind our growth is the team of innovative professionals who share a commitment to innovation, the Novanta Growth System, and our customers’ success. Novanta’s common shares are quoted on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "NOVT".
Lead enterprise-wide Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve business performance and customer satisfaction. | Bachelor's in Engineering preferred, experience in Continuous Improvement and operations leadership in manufacturing, expertise in Lean tools, and strong interpersonal and facilitation skills. | Job Description: • Serve as the enterprise-wide advocate for NGS, promoting Lean, CI, and innovation tools across all functions. • Foster a culture of problem-solving, visual management, and Kaizen excellence. • Lead strategic initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction, lead times, delivery, productivity, profitability, and employee engagement. • Deliver NGS and Lean training across all levels, enabling teams to sustain improvements independently. • Shape the Lean roadmap and drive measurable impact on business performance. Requirements: • A bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial preferred); a master’s degree or MBA is advantageous. • A proven track record of success in Continuous Improvement and operations leadership within complex manufacturing environments. • Deep expertise in Lean tools (e.g., Six Sigma, DMAIC, VSM, 5S, Visual Management). • Strong interpersonal, analytical, and facilitation skills. • A collaborative, cross-functional mindset with a bias for action and a commitment to excellence. Benefits: • A mission-driven culture focused on technology that matters
Drive sales bookings and revenue targets in Northern CA & Northwest territory by managing customer relationships, sales pipeline, and contract negotiations. | Bachelor's/Master's in engineering, 5+ years sales experience with mechatronic components, knowledge of encoders, motors, controls, and experience in at least two target markets including medical robotics. | Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta. This position is part of Novanta’s Robotics and Automation (R&A) business unit. We are committed to delivering motion control and force torque feedback solutions that accelerate our customers’ ability to deliver innovative solutions to their markets. Primary markets include the following: Surgical Robotics, Warehouse Automation/Humanoids, Semiconductor, Life Sciences and SatCom. Novanta’s cohesive vision, superior technologies, consultative team approach and best-in-class reliability make us the trusted partner in solving the most challenging Robotic and Automation applications. Summary This role is responsible for identifying and generating new business and maintaining existing business at OEMs. The successful Sales Engineer will work closely and develop prosperous relationships with both our internal and our customers’ cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, quality, product design, and senior executives. The Sales Engineer identifies current and future customer needs (i.e. product/technology roadmaps, demand forecasts, quality assurance processes) and is able to communicate and champion them within the R&A organization. The territory is Northern CA & Northwest territory (WA, OR, NV, ID, UT, MT, WY, CO and BC, AB Canada). Primary Responsibilities • Deliver bookings & revenue targets and strategic objectives for the assigned geography. • Create and update a territory plan and action plan to deliver results. • Drive the sales process: consisting of Call, Opportunity, Account and Territory Management. • Pursue sales leads and prospective sales clients. • Provide regular accurate & detailed regional forecasts and reports. • Handle contract negotiations with new and existing accounts. • Develop relationships with other Novanta sales organizations in the region. • Maintain complete, accurate, timely and compliant data in CRM (Salesforce). Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies • Bachelor’s/Master´s Degree in relevant discipline (Mechatronic, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering). • Proven in-depth technical knowledge of mechatronic components with5 years of experience in Sales. • Know-how of encoder, motors and controls technology is mandatory. • Market know-how in at least 2 of the following markets for 2+ years: Robotics, Medical Robotics, Semiconductor, Metrology and Satellite Communication. • Multiyear successful track record of customer management with OEMs and in long cycle qualifications where pre- and post-sales services are a key element of the value proposition to the Customer. • Drives, implements, and continuously improves a disciplined sales process that demands lead generation, pipeline management, forecasting, etc. Proven CRM user. Travel Requirements • Requires up to 50% travel. • Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally, if required. Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy. Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.
Lead and coordinate IT projects ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget, collaborating with stakeholders and managing resources. | 5+ years managing IT resources and web development projects with skills in SEO, digital advertising, and team leadership. | Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta. This position is part of Novanta’s Corporate and Shared Services global teams. Novanta’s Corporate and Shared Services teams play an important role in executing the company’s strategic mission and operations. Included in Corporate and Shared Services are the business functions including Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, Compliance, Corporate Development and Corporate Marketing. The Corporate and Shared Services teams work closely with all Novanta business units to support operating initiatives contributing to the organization’s financial success. Summary We are seeking a highly organized and results-driven Contract IT Project Manager to lead and coordinate technology projects across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT systems, project management methodologies, and stakeholder communication. This role is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. You will collaborate with other departments to ensure technology solutions align with business objectives and will drive innovation to support growth. Your leadership and technical expertise will be critical to the success of the organization Primary Responsibilities Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders. Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations. Manage day-to-day project activities, including tracking progress and resolving issues. Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for flawless execution. Monitor and report on project performance using appropriate tools and techniques. Identify and mitigate project risks and issues. Ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and best practices. Facilitate effective communication among project team members and stakeholders. Conduct post-project evaluations and implement lessons learned Requirements 5+ experience in budgeting and managing IT resources to optimize costs. Ideally 5+ years of overseeing a web development project experience along with hosting, coordinating design/development, SEO, digital advertising, behavior analytics. Be able to lead a team of IT professionals and effectively delegate tasks. Have excellent communication skills and the capability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Travel Requirements As needed Physical Requirements Mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer. Ability to use vison to read computer screen and read printed materials Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy. Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process. Solving complex challenges, delivering innovations that matter! Novanta is a leading global supplier of core technology solutions that give medical, life science, and advanced industrial original equipment manufacturers a competitive advantage. We combine deep proprietary expertise and competencies in precision medicine, precision manufacturing, robotics and automation, and advanced surgery with a proven ability to solve complex technical challenges. This enables Novanta to engineer proprietary technology solutions that deliver extreme precision and performance, tailored to our customers' demanding applications. The driving force behind our growth is the team of innovative professionals who share a commitment to innovation, the Novanta Growth System, and our customers’ success. Novanta’s common shares are quoted on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "NOVT".
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