Project Manager, Engineering

Job Summary

The PMO Engineer partners closely with engineering, quality, operations, and senior leadership to manage complex, cross‑functional, medical device new product introductions (NPI). The role is responsible for advancing PMO maturity through the development and deployment of standardized tools, templates, and reporting frameworks, while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements such as design controls, change management, and document control (e.g., DHF/DMR). Responsible for managing and communicating project definition, development milestones, project schedules, and project statuses in the development of Engineering and Operational plant projects.

Coordinate and manage large scale manufacturing and for Medline Industries both domestic and international.

• Determine project responsibilities by identifying project phases and obtaining collaboration from key stakeholders.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation inside design controls.
• Establish schedules, project plans, and specifications for all assigned projects. Measure and report on project status both financially and by go‑live dates.
• Set project specifications by studying project requirements and standards; complete technical studies and prepare cost estimates.
• Coordinate and influence cross‑functional teams and external partners (e.g., vendors), ensuring accountability, alignment, and timely execution of engineering and manufacturing projects.
• Establish and enforce compliant project documentation practices, including oversight of drawings, specifications, and engineering change records, ensuring adherence to quality system requirements (e.g., DHF/DMR, change control).
• Prepare status reports by summarizing information and reporting to upper management.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree.

Relevant Work Experience

• 6+ years of progressive experience in project management or PMO roles within a regulated industry, preferably medical device, life sciences, or pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Additional

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with a high degree of autonomy and accountability.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on‑time, within scope and within budget.
• Assist in defining project scope and objectives, involving all related parties and ensuring technical and tangible feasibility.
• Support securing project approval.
• Measure project performance and report accordingly to senior management.
• Perform risk management to mitigate risks for both the project and any potential risk to business operations.
• Require up to 25% domestic and limited international travel.
• Advanced skill level in Microsoft Project or similar program.

• Six Sigma Black Belt or higher certification is a plus.
• Advanced degree or PMP certification preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of medical device quality systems and regulatory requirements (e.g., design controls, DHF/DMR, change management, CAPA, validation processes).
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross‑functional projects focused on NPI.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and risk management skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership.
• Experience mentoring or leading less experienced team members and driving process improvements within a PMO structure.

The anticipated salary range for this position: $ - $ Annual. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.

For a more comprehensive list of our benefits, please refer to our benefits page.

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.