$137,000–$150,000 Per Year
Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Business Strategy, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Processes, Communication Skills, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Electrochemistry, Energy Engineering, Government Contracts, Internet/IP Telephony, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Local Government, Machining, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Lifecycle, Product Programs, Project Engineering, Project Execution, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Software, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), Schedule Development, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Support Documentation, Systems Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, United States Citizen, Writing Skills
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IPT Lead Staff Engineer, Energy Systems
About the Role
We are seeking an IPT Lead Engineer for Energy Systems to lead advanced development initiatives focused on energy technologies, material systems, and manufacturing process development. This role will drive cross-functional engineering efforts supporting innovation, technical capability expansion, and future product development initiatives.
The IPT Lead will partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, and quality teams to drive technical execution from concept development through manufacturing readiness. This position requires strong technical leadership, project execution capabilities, and the ability to operate effectively within highly collaborative engineering and manufacturing environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional engineering teams supporting advanced energy system development initiatives
- Drive technical execution across development, testing, prototype, and manufacturing readiness activities
- Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, risks, and technical deliverables
- Coordinate activities between engineering, operations, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams
- Monitor project performance and implement mitigation plans to maintain program objectives
- Facilitate technical and program review meetings and provide regular status updates to leadership
- Support process improvement and scalability initiatives aligned with future production capabilities
- Ensure alignment between technical execution and organizational strategic priorities
- Maintain project documentation and support compliance with internal procedures and standards
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience leading technical projects or engineering development programs within engineering, manufacturing, research & development, or technical environments
- Experience supporting development efforts involving advanced materials, thermal systems, chemical processes, or energy-related technologies preferred
- Experience within aerospace, defense, automotive, or other highly regulated industries preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong understanding of engineering development lifecycles and manufacturing processes
- Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams in fast-paced development environments
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP certification or equivalent project/program management training
- Advanced degree in engineering, materials science, or related technical field
- Familiarity with high-temperature systems, electrochemical technologies, or advanced material processing methods
- Experience supporting prototype-to-production transitions
Work Environment
This position operates within both professional office and manufacturing/machine shop environments. The role requires interaction with standard office equipment as well as manufacturing areas requiring appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye, hearing, and foot protection where applicable.
Travel up to 25% may be required.
Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to communicate verbally and in writing
- Frequently required to reach with hands and arms and use hands to handle or operate equipment
- Required to stand, walk, stoop, bend, turn, balance, crouch, and move throughout office and manufacturing facilities
- May occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move items up to 25 pounds
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to support innovative and technically complex engineering initiatives
- High-visibility role with direct interaction across engineering and operations leadership
- Collaborative and fast-paced development environment
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
This position is at our Parsippany, NJ office location.
Pay Range: $137,000 to 150,000
Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.
At Marotta Controls, we are committed to a fair, performance-driven compensation approach that promotes consistency across all levels of our organization. We ensure that pay decisions are free from bias, based on objective criteria, and are regularly reviewed.
Your level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.
Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation package for this opportunity, including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits. These include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. We value and reward employee achievements and host multiple engagement events each quarter to foster a strong, supportive workplace culture.
If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all of our openings at https://marotta.com/job-openings/
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