Summary

The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and executing development and improvement projects and managing risk to meet constraints such as performance, schedule, and budget.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manages new product development projects through all stages of QED development process, from requirements definition through release to manufacturing.
• Manages continuous improvement projects.
• Helps to improve QED development processes.
• Builds and manages project schedules and budgets
• Works across disciplines (technical and otherwise) to identify and manage project risk.
• Works with suppliers/contractors to ensure project goals are met.
• Communicates project status to all stakeholders
• Documents lessons learned to contribute to QED’s institutional knowledge.
• Ensures new products adhere to relevant laws, regulations and standards.
• Communicates frequently with team members. Openly brainstorms with team members.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience – Minimum B.S. in Mechanical/Electrical/Optical Engineering or Technology with 7+ years of work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills: Effectively uses MS Project, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Experience with ERP systems. Demonstrated ability to learn new software tools.

Technical - Strong technology perspective particularly related to the optics and precision machine industry through prior experience.

Product Development: Experience working with a multi-disciplined team in new product development to include: Requirements development and management, risk management, schedule and cost management, and release to manufacturing.

Travel – Travel is not a core part of the job; however infrequent travel may be required. Must have ability to communicate effectively globally.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000-$110,000