Project Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Product Engineer

Overview

Sportech is a rapidly growing company in Elk River, MN. We design, manufacture, and assemble cab components and systems for the powersports, golf & turf, industrial and agricultural end markets. Our design and engineering capabilities allow us to provide complex components and assemblies to our original equipment manufacturer customers. We are always on the gas and seeking dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated individuals to join our extraordinary team.

Job Type: Full-time

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options, including flexible spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCA)
• Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits
• Basic life insurance and voluntary life insurance
• Hospital indemnity plans, pet insurance, and legal/identity theft services
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer match
• Paid company holidays, paid vacation, and paid volunteer time
• Sportech Learning Academy with courses offered onsite quarterly, focusing on personal and professional growth and development for employees, and tuition reimbursement options

Further benefits information is provided as part of the offer process for any offer extended by Sportech.

Pay varies by position and is based on multiple factors including labor market data and, depending on position, may include education, work experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and/or certifications. Sportech takes into account the internal equity of current employees when considering compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is $82,000 – $105,000 annually. Variable compensation, such as overtime, shift differential, and bonus targets, may also be included.

The Project Manager will lead cross‑functional new product development projects from concept to production launch, focusing on engineering execution, design maturity, quality, and manufacturing readiness. The role partners closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales, and customers to plan, track, and drive technical deliverables while managing schedule, cost, and risks to ensure successful product launches.

• Lead and manage multiple engineering projects, incorporating design reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA, validation testing, tooling development, and pre‑production milestones.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including milestones, deliverables, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and provide updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Address and resolve project‑related issues and conflicts promptly, using problem‑solving skills and negotiation techniques.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or bottlenecks, and implement mitigation measures to keep projects on track.
• Drive design freeze, tooling kick‑off, and first‑article readiness, aligning cross‑functional teams to readiness criteria.
• Implement effective scope management strategies to minimize disruptions to project timelines and budgets.
• Conduct project retrospectives to celebrate successes, learn from experience, and ensure continuous improvement.
• Manage accurate project information in project management software and ERP systems.
• Organize pre‑production orders, sample builds, tooling schedules, and pre‑production delivery.

• Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to project team members.
• Lead and align cross‑functional teams with a strong emphasis on Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure technical alignment, manufacturability, and execution readiness throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure seamless project execution and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, and Finance to develop technically accurate quotes, incorporating design assumptions, tooling strategy, material selection, labor content, and validation requirements.
• Present quotations to clients in a clear and compelling manner, addressing any questions or concerns.
• Monitor quoting…