Senior Engineering Program Manager

Boston Engineering Corporation•Waltham, MA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Boston Engineering is a technology-driven consulting firm that provides innovative engineering solutions to commercial and government clients. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company specializes in product development, systems engineering, and technology commercialization, leveraging expertise in robotics, digital solutions, medical devices, diagnostic equipment, defense systems, and industrial automation. Boston Engineering integrates advanced technologies with practical engineering execution, delivering end-to-end services from concept through commercialization. The company is ISO-certified and CMMC-certified, with a commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and measurable client outcomes. Boston Engineering seeks an experienced, highly motivated Senior Engineering Program Manager for its fast-paced product development environment. This customer-facing role requires technical breadth and depth, as well as project management experience. With a hands-on approach, the manager will lead cross-functional development teams working on a broad range of products and solutions for clients. Additionally, the role supports the Project Management Office (PMO) in contributing to best practices for all project managers to leverage.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
10+ years of engineering experience.
At least five years of project management or in another leadership role.
Experience with design/architecture of complex electro-mechanical systems and design for manufacturing.
Comfortable with multiple development methodologies (waterfall, agile, etc.).
Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, JIRA, SharePoint, etc.).
Working knowledge of electrical, software, and mechanical design integration and engineering processes.
Ability to oversee and conduct critical project reviews, identification of project risks, and development of risk mitigation strategies and approaches.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Restricted to US persons (i.e., US citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology.
Proof of status prior to employment.
Submitted writing sample.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or software engineering.
Masters engineering degree, PMP certification, MBA, or other management related education.
Experience working on medical device or DoD programs.

Responsibilities

Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Develop detailed project plans and schedules, managing resources and budgets effectively.
Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and technical direction, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
Foster a culture of teamwork and open communication among team members.
Provide senior engineering oversight.
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
Monitor and report on project progress, providing updates to stakeholders.
Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, facilitating regular communication and updates.
Effectively communicate status, expectations, and risks to clients/stakeholders with widely varying backgrounds (technical, marketing, sales, finance).
Gather feedback and insights to inform project direction and decision-making.
Write effective and compelling proposals with heavy technical content.
Develop project plans and estimates.