R&D Project Manager

Role overview

Lead new product development projects from initial planning through manufacturing launch in a fast-paced production environment. You will bring structure to complex work, coordinate engineering and operations teams, and keep leaders informed so they can make timely decisions.

Responsibilities

- Guide projects through a stage-gate or similar product introduction process, from kickoff to launch. - Manage schedules, budgets, and resources, and track progress against delivery goals. - Coordinate engineering, operations, program, and local manufacturing teams around project priorities. - Identify and reduce delivery risks, communicate status, and raise issues to senior leaders when needed. - Improve product introduction processes to increase efficiency and quality.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing engineering, or a related field. - At least three years of project management experience, ideally in mass manufacturing or product development. - Experience guiding projects through a stage-gate or comparable framework. - Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, product design, and supply chain operations. - Familiarity with ERP systems and project tracking tools such as Microsoft Project or equivalent. - Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Nice to have

- PMP or another project management certification.

Benefits and work setup

- Remote position with required travel to support assigned projects and collaboration across teams.