Engineering Project Manager
About The Position
The Engineering Project Manager leads complex, cross-functional engineering and product development initiatives from concept through release, helping ensure efficient execution and the timely, on-budget launch of high-quality solutions. This individual-contributor role reports to the Senior Project Manager and coordinates Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Applications, and Sales throughout the product development process. The role manages multiple concurrent projects, including new product introductions, technology development, and process improvement initiatives, and requires managing technical, schedule, and resource risks while influencing teams without direct authority. The position is based on-site at QED Technologies' headquarters in Rochester, New York. Applicants must live within commuting distance; relocation is not provided. Occasional travel may be required to support customer, program, or supplier needs. The target hiring range is $115,000–$140,000, depending on relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, and business needs. The position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive program with a target opportunity of 15% of base salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package and 401(k) program. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. The role requires applicants to qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR and be eligible to work in a CMMC environment with access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related technical field.
- At least five years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, or technology-driven organizations.
- At least five years of experience managing product development and complex technical projects.
- Strong project-management expertise in engineering and product development environments.
- Experience with product development lifecycles, phase-gate methodologies, and design control processes.
- Demonstrated success improving project execution and driving organizational change.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and facilitation skills across technical and non-technical teams.
- Ability to influence and drive accountability without direct authority.
- Data-driven mindset and experience using metrics to improve execution performance and outcomes.
- Must reside within commuting distance of Rochester, New York.
- Must qualify as a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR and be eligible to work in a CMMC environment with access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred.
- Experience with product development, engineering best practices, and release to manufacturing processes.
- Experience with project and portfolio management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or Microsoft Planner.
- Experience with product development and documentation systems, including PLM or ERP interfaces.
- Familiarity with collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
- Experience with data analysis, reporting, and visualization tools.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and manage multiple concurrent engineering and product development projects, including new product introductions, technology development, and process improvement initiatives.
- Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets aligned with the product development roadmap; track performance and proactively address deviations.
- Manage scope, requirements, and design changes against cost and schedule commitments using structured change control processes.
- Identify technical, schedule, and resource risks across the product development lifecycle; implement mitigation strategies and manage inter-project dependencies.
- Lead and align Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Applications, and Sales throughout product development to support seamless execution and on-time product launches.
- Provide clear, structured reporting on project status, product development milestones, risks, and resource needs to engineering leadership and executive stakeholders.
- Work closely with customers and stakeholders on large, complex projects.
- Use data and metrics to improve execution performance and overall project outcomes.
Benefits
- Annual performance-based incentive program with a target opportunity of 15% of base salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- 401(k) program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
