Engineering - Project Manager

Job Title: Engineering Project Manager

Job Description

This role supports the Capital Engineering team by managing manufacturing equipment projects from initial specification and design through installation and validation. You will lead initiatives involving new equipment implementation, productivity improvements, capacity expansion, cost reduction, and overall manufacturing efficiency. The position requires close coordination with vendors and cross-functional teams while ensuring all work complies with applicable quality and safety standards in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital manufacturing equipment projects from concept and specification through design, procurement, installation, and validation.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets for equipment-related initiatives focused on new equipment, productivity improvements, capacity expansion, cost reduction, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Coordinate and oversee vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure equipment meets technical specifications, quality requirements, and delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, engineering, and operations, to define project requirements and ensure successful equipment integration into production.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and project-related reports, including specifications, validation plans, and equipment acceptance criteria.
• Apply project management tools and methodologies to track progress, manage risks, and ensure projects stay on schedule and within scope.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality, safety, and regulatory standards, including GMP, FDA, ISO, CE, and other relevant requirements for regulated manufacturing environments.
• Utilize design and engineering tools such as SolidWorks and PDM to support equipment design, layout, and configuration as needed.
• Incorporate Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies to optimize equipment performance and process capability.
• Support failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and other risk assessment activities related to new and existing equipment.
• Use MS Project and MS Office Suite to plan, track, and communicate project status, milestones, and deliverables to stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes through equipment upgrades, automation, and process optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with teams across advanced manufacturing, automation, and life sciences operations to share best practices and ensure consistent standards.
• Provide clear, timely communication and leadership to project teams, stakeholders, and management throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of engineering and project management experience, or 3+ years with a Master"s degree.
• Proven experience managing capital manufacturing equipment projects from specification through installation and validation.
• Strong project leadership skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive projects to completion.
• Demonstrated experience in capital equipment management and manufacturing engineering.
• Proficiency in project management, including project scheduling and resource coordination.
• Comfort working with vendors and external partners in a technical and regulated context.
• Strong technical writing skills for specifications, reports, and validation documentation.
• Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments, such as GMP, FDA, ISO, CE, or similar.
• Knowledge of FMEA and risk-based approaches to equipment and process design.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite for documentation, analysis, and communication.
• Experience using MS Project or similar tools for project planning and tracking.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks and PDM for engineering design and documentation management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in medical device manufacturing environments.
• Experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on exposure to advanced manufacturing and automation systems.
• Experience working within ISO, CE, or FDA regulated environments.
• Knowledge and application of Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies.
• Knowledge and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques.
• Strong communication skills for engaging stakeholders across multiple manufacturing operations.
• Ability to work effectively in high-visibility roles supporting multiple capital projects.
• Interest in leading equipment installations and process improvements that directly impact production capacity and operational efficiency.

Work Environment

This position is based onsite at a manufacturing facility in Meriden, CT, operating Monday through Friday. You will work closely with capital engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams in a regulated production environment that supports advanced manufacturing, automation, and life sciences operations. The role provides exposure to equipment installations, process optimization, and capital projects across multiple manufacturing operations, with regular interaction with vendors and cross-functional stakeholders in a professional, engineering-focused setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Meriden, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Meriden,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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