Engineering Program Manager - Industrial Manufacturing - Schenectady, NY

Michael Page International

Schenectady, New York

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$115,000–$135,000 Per Year

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Change Control, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Document Management, Electricity, Electronics, Electronics Manufacturing, Engineering, Engineering Change Order, Engineering Management, Entrepreneurship, Follow Through, Industrial Management, Leadership, MPI, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering, Metrics, Multitasking, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Support, Product Testing, Product/Service Launch, Production Support, Project Engineering, Project Execution, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Resource Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Sales, Software Engineering, Standup Meetings, State Laws and Regulations, Supply Chain, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Testing, Time Management, eCos

LOCATION

Schenectady, New York

POSTED

1 day ago

Engineering Program ManagerOur client is a fast-growing manufacturer of advanced hardware and electronics solutions, operating in an entrepreneurial environment where innovation, execution, and product quality are critical to success. The organization values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, bringing together Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams to deliver high-quality products from concept through commercialization.Job DescriptionServe as the operational cornerstone of the engineering organization, ensuring projects are tracked, coordinated, and delivered from concept through release and ongoing support.Plan, coordinate, and drive engineering programs from concept through commercialization, establishing timelines, milestones, and deliverables.Track commitments, identify risks and blockers, and escalate issues to leadership when project deliverables are at risk.Manage engineering capacity and priorities across Electrical, Mechanical, and Software Engineering teams.Lead daily engineering standups and maintain visibility into project progress, dependencies, and resource allocation.Act as the primary coordination point between Engineering, Operations, Sales, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.Support production readiness and customer commitments through effective communication and timely delivery of engineering outputs.Build and maintain project management systems that provide leadership with clear visibility into status, risks, and execution metrics.Coordinate engineering change orders (ECOs), testing activities, product releases, and change control processes.Track key performance metrics including milestone adherence, cycle time, throughput, and project execution effectiveness.Identify recurring bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enable organizational scaling and operational excellence.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related technical discipline.Proven experience coordinating complex, cross-functional engineering projects within a manufacturing or engineering-driven environment.Experience in Program Management, Project Management, Engineering Operations, or a similar role supporting product development and commercialization.Strong ability to manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining organization, accountability, and follow-through.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams.Experience coordinating engineering change control, product release processes, testing activities, and documentation management.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks, remove roadblocks, and drive project execution.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where structure and processes are being built and refined.Technical aptitude and curiosity, with the ability to effectively collaborate within a hardware, electronics, or manufacturing environment.What's on OfferCompetitive compensation packageComprehensive benefits programOpportunity to join a rapidly growing and innovative manufacturing organizationHigh-impact role with direct visibility to executive leadershipExposure to cross-functional product development and commercialization initiativesAbility to shape engineering processes and drive continuous improvementCollaborative culture focused on innovation, accountability, and professional growthJob summarySector: Engineering & ManufacturingSub Sector: Project / Program ManagementIndustry: Industrial / ManufacturingLocation: SchenectadyContract Type: PermanentConsultant name: Alexander TveterJob Reference: JN-062026-7051315

About the Company

Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

WEBSITE

https://www.michaelpage.ca/