Product Development Project Manager

Project Planning & Execution Lead projects through all NPD phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, and Closure Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, risk registers, decision logs, and communication plans Prepare and present project at each gate meeting Cross–Functional Leadership Form and lead cross‑functional project teams spanning Engineering, Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations Leverage your engineering background to challenge assumptions, ask the right questions, and keep teams honest on feasibility Drive accountability across teams Execution Management Identify issues early and drive resolution – you won’t just flag problems, you’ll help solve them Track progress against schedule, cost, and scope targets Escalate risks and decisions impacting scope, cost, or timeline to the Steering Group Stakeholder Management & Communication Build strong partnerships with Product Managers, Engineering leadership, Gatekeepers, and business stakeholders Communicate clearly at all levels – from executive summaries for senior leadership to detailed updates for project teams Drive alignment on decisions, trade‑offs, and scope changes across the organization Serve as the bridge between deep technical work and business strategy Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant work experience 5+ years of engineering experience, including leading significant tasks or workstreams within product development projects Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills Strong clear and concise communication skills Superior problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills Self‑motivated and proactive with ability to navigate ambiguity Willingness to attain a PMP or similar project management certification – we’ll support you in getting it 5+ years of project management experience on technical projects (preferred) Hands‑on experience with embedded systems, electronics, or firmware development (preferred) Familiarity with Agile or hybrid development approaches (preferred) Background in industrial products or regulated environments (preferred) PMP® or similar project management certification (preferred) Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in project planning and execution, with a strong focus on cross‑functional leadership and stakeholder management. Proficient in driving accountability and problem‑solving within technical project environments, leveraging engineering knowledge to align business strategy with project goals. #J-18808-Ljbffr