Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsDrive engineering projects from concept to launch.Partner with leadership to scale engineering operations.About Our ClientOur client is a fast-growing manufacturer of advanced hardware and electronics solutions, operating in an entrepreneurial environment where innovation, execution, and product quality are critical to success. The organization values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, bringing together Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams to deliver high-quality products from concept through commercialization.Job DescriptionServe as the operational cornerstone of the engineering organization, ensuring projects are tracked, coordinated, and delivered from concept through release and ongoing support.Plan, coordinate, and drive engineering programs from concept through commercialization, establishing timelines, milestones, and deliverables.Track commitments, identify risks and blockers, and escalate issues to leadership when project deliverables are at risk.Manage engineering capacity and priorities across Electrical, Mechanical, and Software Engineering teams.Lead daily engineering standups and maintain visibility into project progress, dependencies, and resource allocation.Act as the primary coordination point between Engineering, Operations, Sales, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.Support production readiness and customer commitments through effective communication and timely delivery of engineering outputs.Build and maintain project management systems that provide leadership with clear visibility into status, risks, and execution metrics.Coordinate engineering change orders (ECOs), testing activities, product releases, and change control processes.Track key performance metrics including milestone adherence, cycle time, throughput, and project execution effectiveness.Identify recurring bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enable organizational scaling and operational excellence.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related technical discipline.Proven experience coordinating complex, cross-functional engineering projects within a manufacturing or engineering-driven environment.Experience in Program Management, Project Management, Engineering Operations, or a similar role supporting product development and commercialization.Strong ability to manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining organization, accountability, and follow-through.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams.Experience coordinating engineering change control, product release processes, testing activities, and documentation management.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks, remove roadblocks, and drive project execution.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where structure and processes are being built and refined.Technical aptitude and curiosity, with the ability to effectively collaborate within a hardware, electronics, or manufacturing environment.What's on OfferCompetitive compensation packageComprehensive benefits programOpportunity to join a rapidly growing and innovative manufacturing organizationHigh-impact role with direct visibility to executive leadershipExposure to cross-functional product development and commercialization initiativesAbility to shape engineering processes and drive continuous improvementCollaborative culture focused on innovation, accountability, and professional growthContactAlexander TveterQuote job refJN-062026-7051315Job summarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorProject / Program ManagementIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationSchenectadyContract TypePermanentConsultant nameAlexander TveterJob ReferenceJN-062026-7051315