Project Manager, Engineering

Novanta•Sarasota, FL

51d•$78,990 - $142,180

About The Position

Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing-improving productivity, enhancing people's lives and redefining what's possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications-from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta. Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to lead our Advanced Surgical Fluid & Flow NPI projects as part of our platform project initiatives. This role is responsible for driving cross-functional execution, managing technical and operational deliverables, and ensuring alignment with strategic program goals. The Project Manager will serve as the central point of coordination across engineering, supply chain, regulatory, and OEM stakeholders, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of all project milestones.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; PMP certification and/or MBA are a plus.
5+ years of experience managing complex, technical projects, preferably in medical device or similar regulated industries
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver results in a matrixed environment
Strong proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PMP).
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
Willingness to travel within US and globally (Germany, Czech Republic) periodically. Up to 20%.
This role involves extended computer use, requiring the ability to sit for long periods, use a keyboard and mouse, and read from screens. Clear communication via phone or video is also essential.
Occasional travel may be required, including walking, carrying light items (up to 25 lbs), and adapting to different environments.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification and/or MBA are a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end execution of large-scale projects for product development (NPI), ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget across all development phases
Create and monitor project plans including milestone timelines, COGS, project costs, and NREs
Guide the project team through the individual development phases in compliance with Novanta's Design Control Process
Align and coordinate shared resources within a global organization
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration through structured sprint planning, Obeya style meetings, and milestone fidelity reviews
Manage risk mitigation strategies, including resource planning, cost reduction opportunities, and contingency actions for technical challenges
Drive project financial tracking through cost forecasting, variance analysis, and alignment with program-level targets
Coordinate with OEM customers and internal stakeholders to ensure products are developed in compliance with regulatory and quality standards
Support continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging PMP tools, Kaizen methodologies, and agile workflows
Provide clear and consistent communication to leadership and team members, ensuring transparency and accountability
Implementation of departmental and product group strategy
Coordination with other project managers on processes, interfaces and cross-functional tasks
Active participation in the innovation process & continuous improvement
Strict compliance with quality, occupational safety and environmental regulations.

Benefits

Novanta supports all aspects of your life's needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

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