Staff Project Manager, Process and Applications Engineering

VulcanForms Inc. • Devens, MA

20h • $111,500 - $153,000

About The Position

The Staff Project Manager will lead and orchestrate complex, cross-functional R&D and development projects within Process and Applications Engineering organization at VulcanForms. This role is responsible for ensuring disciplined execution of internal R&D activities that leverage laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) as a core manufacturing technology.
The position operates at the intersection of process development, materials engineering, DfAM, and application/product engineering, ensuring that innovations are translated into qualified, production-ready solutions.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in program/project management within engineering, manufacturing, or R&D environments
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• Background in process development, applications and product development engineering, or advanced manufacturing systems
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional development programs with multiple technical stakeholders
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycle, especially in industrial or production environments
• Demonstrated ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguity-rich environments
• Familiarity with qualification standards in aerospace, defense, medical, or industrial sectors

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience with LPBF or metal additive manufacturing technologies
• Experience with digital thread concepts, data-driven manufacturing, or engineering software platforms
• Project Management or equivalent certification

Responsibilities

• Own the planning and execution of a portfolio of process development and application engineering projects, mainly focusing on internal R&D and development projects
• Develop and manage integrated technical project plans spanning process development, materials qualification, application development, and product industrialization, and ensure seamless handoffs from process development to application development to product qualification
• Establish program governance, reporting cadence, and performance tracking
• Partner with Commercial, NPI and Operations team to align the deliverables and timelines between internal R&D activities, NPI programs and production schedules
• Drive adoption of stage-gate (or equivalent) development processes tailored to additive manufacturing workflows
• Implement scalable project management tools and best practices across the organization
• Identify bottlenecks in development workflows and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Enable faster iteration cycles while maintaining rigor in qualification and documentation
• Provide data-driven insights to support decision-making and strategic trade-offs

Benefits

• VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package.
• Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
• In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.
• The annual base salary range for this position is $111,500 to $153,000

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees