Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Medical Device Engineering

Lead complex projects that bring innovative automation solutions to life. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to drive high-impact engineering and manufacturing projects from contract award through final customer acceptance. In this customer-facing leadership role, you'll own project execution, build strong stakeholder relationships, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results on time and within budget.

What You'll Do

• Lead complex Design Build (DB) and Build-to-Print (BTP) projects from kickoff through customer acceptance.
• Own project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk management, and overall project performance.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, resource requirements, and milestone schedules.
• Manage project budgets, monitor costs, and proactively address variances and risks.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for project execution, timelines, deliverables, and issue resolution.
• Navigate customer organizations to engage key stakeholders, drive decisions, and maintain project momentum.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Applications, Supply Chain, Assembly, Quality, and Customer Service.
• Oversee customer documentation and project deliverables, including design reviews, testing plans, and milestone packages.
• Facilitate technical discussions, manage scope changes, and ensure alignment between customer expectations and project objectives.
• Drive successful project execution through effective communication, collaboration, and leadership in a matrix environment.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• PMP certification required.
• 5+ years of experience leading complex engineering, manufacturing, automation, or industrial equipment projects.
• Proven success managing projects from order through final customer acceptance.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, budgeting, scheduling, and contract management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, customer management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience influencing and driving results across cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, machining, or industrial automation environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Design Build (DB) and Build-to-Print (BTP) projects.
• Familiarity with stage-gate project management methodologies such as APS or similar systems.
• Background in automation, electromechanical systems, industrial equipment, or custom machinery.
• Experience with Encompix or similar ERP platforms.
• Customer-facing experience managing scope negotiations, timelines, and project escalations.

Why Join Us?

• Lead highly visible projects for innovative engineering and automation solutions.
• Work directly with customers and key decision-makers.
• Collaborate with talented engineering, operations, and manufacturing teams.
• Enjoy significant ownership, autonomy, and influence over project outcomes.
• Build your career in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment where your leadership makes a measurable impact.

If you're a driven project leader who thrives on managing complex technical projects, building customer relationships, and delivering successful outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location: This is a Permanent position based out of Blaine, MN.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $160000.00/yr. Medical, dental, vision. Ask for full benefit guide.

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Blaine, MN.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

About Actalent: Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.