Engineering Project Manager - Battery

Our client is a leader in specialty batteries
, including small-format, single-use government and defense-related power solutions. As the company expands its New Product Development (NPD) pipeline, they are seeking an Engineering Project Manager who brings strong technical depth, hands-on problem solving, and the ability to manage projects from concept through full production launch
.

This role is ideal for an early to mid-career engineer who started their career in mechanical, electrical, or product engineering
, then grew into project or applications engineering. The team needs someone who is comfortable being the sole project owner
, not just a coordinator—someone who can lead the technical conversation, manage timelines, engage directly with customers, and work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Note: This is NOT a contract manufacturing PM role. We are looking for someone who understands product development in the manufacturing environment
.

The Engineering Project Manager oversees the full New Product Development (NPD) lifecycle for critical products such as lithium-ion batteries, chargers, power accessories, and related components
. You will manage design, schedule, budget, customer communication, documentation, risk mitigation, and the full handoff to manufacturing.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical insight, structured project management, and the confidence to interact directly with customers and internal teams.

• Lead the entire NPD process from concept, design, and prototype builds through validation, documentation, and transition to manufacturing.
• Own project schedules, budgets, resource planning, and phase-gate reviews (including DFMEA/PFMEA, validation protocols).
• Work hands-on with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering to solve design challenges and keep development on track.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, test labs, supply chain, materials, finance, and quality.
• Track project performance and report progress, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership.
• Establish and manage supplier components and documentation packages.
• Engage directly with customers—supporting requirements discussions, technical reviews, and status updates.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution and engineering processes.
• Support domestic and occasional international travel as needed.

• Bachelor's Degree required;
  Engineering degree strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of project management or engineering project leadership within a product manufacturing environment.
• Technical background in electrical, mechanical, product, or applications engineering.
• Demonstrated experience taking products from cradle to grave—concept through production launch.
• Hands-on problem-solving approach; able to jump into the technical details as needed.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical components and how they integrate into a finished product.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact directly with customers.
• Strong familiarity with MS Project and MS Office.
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams and supporting projects with minimal supervision.
• Confidence and capability to pursue and support new business opportunities.