Project Manager Engineering, R&D, and New Product Introduction (NPI)Job DescriptionThis role leads complex engineering, R&D, and new product introduction projects from initial requirements through testing, validation, installation, and product launch. The Project Manager oversees scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and technical deliverables to meet demanding business and customer requirements in an advanced manufacturing environment. The position works closely with cross-functional teams and customers to drive successful product and equipment implementations while continuously improving project management practices within an ISO 9001 framework.Responsibilities
- Lead complex engineering, R&D, and NPI projects from initial concept and requirements definition through design, testing, validation, installation, and product launch.
- Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and technical deliverables to ensure projects meet business objectives and customer expectations.
- Coordinate and align cross-functional teams across R&D, engineering, manufacturing/operations, supply chain, sales, and customer stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
- Partner directly with customers to define engineering requirements, product specifications, equipment build schedules, and acceptance criteria.
- Support manufacturing throughout equipment builds, product acceptance testing, validation activities, and implementation on the production floor.
- Drive consistent project execution using structured phase-gate processes and ISO 9001 standards, ensuring compliance with quality and documentation requirements.
- Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to project management processes, tools, and best practices to increase efficiency and project success rates.
- Oversee project plans using Microsoft Project or equivalent scheduling tools, tracking milestones, dependencies, and resource allocation.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) into project deliverables.
- Leverage knowledge of CAD/CAM, FEA, ERP systems, and advanced manufacturing practices to support technical decision-making and project planning.
- Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and timely resolution of issues.
- Support global customer engagements, including occasional travel to customer sites for project reviews, installations, and acceptance activities.
Essential Skills
- 5+ years of engineering project management experience within a manufacturing environment, including responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, resources, and technical deliverables.
- 2+ years of experience managing R&D projects within an advanced manufacturing setting.
- Experience leading R&D, New Product Development (NPD), and/or New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from requirements through testing, validation, and launch.
- 710 years of advanced manufacturing experience, preferably in high-volume or highly regulated environments such as medical device or aerospace.
- Strong mechanical or manufacturing engineering background.
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering field.
- Proven experience coordinating cross-functional teams across R&D, engineering, manufacturing/operations, supply chain, sales, and customers.
- Experience working in advanced manufacturing environments, ideally high-volume or regulated industries.
- Strong knowledge of NPD/NPI processes, including project budgeting, scheduling, validation/testing, and cross-functional execution.
- Knowledge of CAD/CAM tools and workflows.
- Knowledge of finite element analysis (FEA).
- Knowledge of design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA).
- Knowledge of failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Knowledge of ERP systems used in manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management standards.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Project or equivalent project scheduling tools.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Working knowledge of SharePoint for collaboration and document management.
- Ability to travel approximately 15% or as required for project and customer needs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- PMP certification preferred.
- Experience in high-speed, advanced manufacturing environments.
- background in industries such as medical device or aerospace is highly desirable.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work directly with global customers.
- Demonstrated ability to improve project management processes and adopt best practices.
- Comfort working in fast-paced, engineering-driven organizations focused on automation and innovation.
Work EnvironmentThe role operates in a fast-paced, engineering-driven manufacturing environment that supports complex machinery and high-volume production. The work is highly collaborative, involving close interaction with R&D, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, sales, and global customers. The position is hands-on and project-focused, with engagement from early product development through testing, installation, and launch on the production floor. The organization emphasizes quality, safety, innovation, and strong customer support, and offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, tuition assistance, and a 401(k) match once hired directly. The environment leverages advanced manufacturing technologies, CAD/CAM, FEA, ERP systems, ISO 9001 processes, and modern project management and collaboration tools. Occasional travel, estimated at around 15%, supports customer visits, installations, and project reviews. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Englewood, CO. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $140000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Medical, dental & vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation & holidays Company-paid life and disability insurance Tuition assistance & Employee Assistance Program Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Englewood, CO. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Englewood,CO.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.
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