As the project leader for New Product Development (NPD), you'll be responsible for guiding projects through every phase of the product lifecycle-from concept and design through testing, manufacturing, and launch.
- Lead multiple New Product Development projects from concept through commercialization.
- Develop and execute project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Manufacturing, IT, Sales, Marketing, and Operations.
- Facilitate design reviews, milestone meetings, and project gate reviews.
- Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
- Monitor project progress, communicate status to leadership, and ensure accountability across project teams.
- Coordinate engineering testing, prototyping, validation, and product launch activities.
- Serve as a technical resource when needed, leveraging your engineering expertise to help solve complex challenges.
- Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
What We're Looking ForWe're looking for an engineering professional who enjoys leading technical teams and bringing innovative products to market.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 3-5 years of engineering design experience.
- 2+ years of project management experience leading technical or engineering projects.
- Experience managing New Product Development (NPD) projects.
- Strong understanding of mechanical and/or electrical product development.
- Experience developing project schedules, managing budgets, and coordinating cross-functional teams.
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project or similar project management tools.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with instrumentation, embedded systems, battery-powered devices, or firmware-driven products.
- Experience leading hardware and software development projects simultaneously.
- PMP Certification or equivalent project management training.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
You'll Be Successful If You...- Enjoy turning complex technical ideas into successful products.
- Can balance technical detail with strategic project execution.
- Build strong relationships across engineering and business teams.
- Stay organized while managing multiple priorities.
- Anticipate risks before they become problems.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative product development environment.
Travel & Work Environment- Office and manufacturing environment with occasional customer site visits.
- Up to 40% domestic and international travel to support project execution and product development activities.
Ready to Build What's Next?If you're an engineer who enjoys leading projects, solving technical challenges, and bringing innovative products to market, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of technology at Heath.
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