Engineering Program Manager (54091)

Velocity medtech•Totowa, NJ

5d•$120,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Engineering Program Manager leads cross-functional teams of engineers in the design, development, production, and successful delivery of high-quality medical device products. This role serves as the client’s primary point of contact and manages larger programs involving multiple NPI projects from customer request to delivery. The Program Manager ensures projects progress on time and on budget, communicates effectively across departments, and oversees all aspects of product design, development, and manufacturing transfer.

Requirements

Demonstrated technical competence in and experience with manufacturing techniques, including sheet metal working, machining of metals and plastics, vacuum thermoforming, and/or injection molding.
Familiarity with tool design for sheet metal working, plastic machining, vacuum thermoforming, and injection molding.
Proficiency in 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
Experience with test method development, qualification, and design control.
Proven track record of successful product design, development, and launches, with coordination of multiple, simultaneous engineering projects of varying complexity.
Familiarity with online project management tools, such as Miro, Trello, Smartsheet, and Monday.com.
Demonstrated ability to innovate, strive for continuous improvement, and provide creative leadership.
Experience in research and development (R&D), including mechanical product development.
Strong leadership, decision-making, and influencing skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively across operations, sales, and customers.
Highly self-motivated and able to motivate others to achieve results.
Organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Certified PMP or similar project management credential.
6+ years of experience in a related job role; include some portion of that in the medical device field.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field,
Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described, including an internship in a relevant trade.
2+ years in supervisory, management, or other role-leading teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and commercial departments.
Knowledge of regulatory and quality standards applicable to product development in the medical device industry.
Understanding of financial principles related to engineering projects, including costing and budgeting.
Skilled in the use of business systems such as Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel), ERP, and MRP.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing large programs that involve multiple NPI projects.
Establish and coordinate effective communication between operations, sales, customers, and external partners.
Manage all stages of product design and development through manufacturing transfer, ensuring designs meet functional, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Identify and translate customer needs into technical and product requirements.
Oversee product design, documentation, design verification, process validation, PPAP documentation, and PO/contract reviews.
Review and mentor team members’ technical work to ensure quality, manufacturability, and continuous improvement.
Lead internal strategic projects and initiatives, driving innovation and process optimization.
Develop and maintain long-term customer relationships while providing ongoing product support.
Participate in costing and pricing activities to ensure project profitability.
Establish and maintain design schedules and budgets.
Drive internal processes, including Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Good Manufacturing Principles (GMP), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Execute departmental plans in alignment with company policies, procedures, and financial objectives.
Liaise with customers, suppliers, and third parties as needed to monitor work progress and ensure deliverables are met.
Read, interpret, and adhere to applicable drawings, blueprints, manufacturing specifications, and quality procedures.
Attend management meetings; report on key performance metrics and recommend strategic improvements.
Maintain accurate company records and documentation per regulatory and company requirements.
Design and implement effective workflows and systems that promote collaboration, accountability, and performance culture.
Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and leadership by modeling positive work practices and fostering interdepartmental cooperation.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing; prepare and submit reports, records, and other required documentation.
Adhere to all safety, environmental, health, and operational procedures, including proper use of PPE and compliance with Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Ensure job site safety, promote safe work practices, and address hazards promptly.
Uphold company policies, mission, vision, core values, and cultural tenets.
Maintain reliable attendance and work overtime as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.