Technical Project Manager

Job Overview

Ascentec Engineering is hiring a Technical Project Manager to join our team. We are a rapidly growing company specializing in manufacturing high-quality products for our world-class customers. Our core values are customer focus, employee growth, trust & integrity, operational excellence, and acting like an owner.

This position is on-site (not remote/not hybrid) and not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer of visa sponsorship.

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects, ensuring they meet established time frames, specifications, and budgets.
• Develop product configurations and methods utilizing Epicor ERP system.
• Manage project risks, including timely identification, assessment, and mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate and lead project meetings to ensure clear communication of project statuses, milestones, and expectations across all stakeholders.
• Implement project management best practices using tools like MS Project or similar to track progress and manage resources.
• Facilitate collaboration across functional teams to ensure alignment and efficient execution of project objectives.
• Manage the scope of projects, including overseeing the change request process and ensuring any changes are documented, approved, and implemented effectively.

• Educational background:
  Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or a related technical field.
• Certifications:
  
  Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of project management experience in manufacturing of physical technical products.
• Proven track record of managing projects with cross‑functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Strong technical acumen, able to understand and interpret technical specifications and requirements.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and their application in project management;
  Epicor preferred.
• Familiarity with agile and traditional project management methodologies.
• Ability to analyze drawings, design models, and sketches to determine dimensions and configuration related to shop processes, customer specifications, and machine capabilities.

• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, capable of working constructively with all stakeholders, including team members, management, and external partners.

• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to anticipate risks and devise contingency plans.
• Capacity to analyze complex data and reports to make effective decisions.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adjust to changing priorities.
• Resilient in managing the dynamic nature of technical projects and capable of performing under pressure.

• Self‑starter, self‑motivated, flexible, detail‑oriented.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Positive customer‑focused attitude.
• Enjoys fast pace and rapidly changing environment.
• Honest with stellar integrity.
• Professional demeanor and respectful to people in all situations.
• Flexible and willing to help others as needs and tasks change often.
• Team player.

• Typical day involves time spent in the office and on the production floor.
• May regularly walk, bend, and lift up to 10 pounds.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, and the employer will provide reasonable accommodations if requested.
• The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to the position.

• Annual salary $80,000 to $110,000, based on experience.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.

Applicants must pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.