Senior Project Manager, New Product Development

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Job Summary:

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join their team as an Engineering Project Manager for New Product Development. The role involves leading cross-functional engineering teams through all phases of the product development lifecycle, ensuring manufacturability and compliance with performance standards, while utilizing Agile and Stage-Gate methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Use your solid understanding of DFM/DFA principles and product validation, ensuring manufacturability and compliance with performance standards and safety regulations.

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams through all phases of the product development lifecycle, from concept to launch.

• Garner an understanding of CAD tools and PLM systems (e.g., Creo, Windchill) for collaboration with design, prototyping, and production teams.

• Manage technical timelines, budget constraints, and risk mitigation.

• Foster a culture of continuous design optimization and customer-centric development.

• Utilize your Agile and Stage-Gate methodologies, aligning iterative engineering development with milestone-based stakeholder reporting.

• Translate technical details into strategic updates for internal leadership and external stakeholders.

• Work collaboratively with suppliers and other Applied partners.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a related field required

• Minimum of 8 years managing new product development projects

• PMP Certification; a Master's Degree in Project Management or additional experience may be considered in lieu of a PMP

• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance standards, such as ISO, FDA, or industry-specific guidelines relevant to engineered products

• Ability to travel as needed (less than 10% expected)

• Advanced skill set in time management and task prioritization

• Passion for managing teams and driving results

• Ability to multitask and identify opportunities for process improvement

• Capable of working independently and as a team member

• Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset

• Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking

• Effective verbal and written communication

• Desire to work on a variety of projects

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering Discipline strongly preferred

Company:

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology company that was founded in Fargo, ND in 1986. Founded in 1986, the company is headquartered in Fargo, ND, US, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.