Sr. Engineering Project Manager

$114,400 - $156,000/Yr

Actalent - Apex, NC

Full-time - Senior

Apex, NC

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Sr. Engineering Project Manager will oversee medium to large scale, technically complex New Product Development (NPD) and Value Engineering projects. This role emphasizes independent leadership and collaborative teamwork, guiding project teams through the Stage-Gate Product Development process from concept to post-release, ensuring a seamless transition into production.

Responsibilities

• Manage medium to large scale, technically complex New Product Development and Value Engineering projects.
• Lead system-level project oversight with independence and collaborative cooperation.
• Guide project teams through the Stage-Gate Product Development process from concept to post-release.
• Facilitate development brainstorming events and post-launch activities.
• Lead the development of manufacturing production lines, including the design of fixtures and End-of-Line test equipment through IQ, OQ, PQ approvals.
• Chair project meetings focusing on scope control, schedule updates, budget tracking, and risk management.

Requirements

• 10+ years of NPD project management experience (concept to production launch).
• B.S. degree in Engineering or other technical discipline (MBA or advanced technical degree is a plus).
• Project Management education and PMP certification is desirable.
• 5+ years of engineering design in a consumer product development environment and related manufacturing experience.
• Experience managing project teams developing connected consumer products with embedded firmware, software, and Apps.
• Training or mentoring experience in project management best practices.
• Experience working with third-party vendors in product development and qualification.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and adept at relationship building.
• Knowledge of product development processes (stage-gate, predictive, agile, and hybrid methods).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with injection mold processes.
• Strong experience in coordinating and organizing cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of development projects and project documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)