Engineering Project Manager

Akkodis is seeking an Engineering Project Manager for a Direct hire job with a client in Wall Township, NJ. Ideally looking for applicants with a solid background in Manufacturing & Process Engineering, Project Management & Cross-Functional Leadership, Product development teamSalary Range: $115,000 - $145,000; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.SummaryThe Engineering Project Manager supports the successful launch and industrialization of new products and manufacturing processes. The role coordinates cross-functional engineering activities, develops project and industrialization plans, and ensures readiness for production while meeting customer, quality, safety, cost, and delivery requirements. Key responsibilities include DFM, FMEA/PFMEA, APQP/PPAP, process and tooling development, capacity planning, process improvement, and production line launches.ResponsibilitiesSupport engineering and industrialization activities for new international programs and product/process launches.Develop and maintain project and industrialization schedules to meet customer, safety, quality, and production-readiness requirements.Lead and support FMEA/PFMEA activities, workshops, and continuous improvement.Collaborate with Design Engineering, Program Management, Production, and cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and standardization.Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles and support tooling, equipment, and process design.Support APQP, PPAP, capacity reviews, process capability studies, and Production Readiness Reviews.Monitor BOM, labor, and manufacturing costs for new programs.Support prototype development, testing, new production line launches, and process improvements.Develop and maintain work instructions and process documentation.Support resolution of safety, quality, customer claims, and audit requirements.Present project status, capacity analysis, and technical updates during program reviews.Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures during major process or industrial improvements.Provide technical leadership to engineers and technicians as required.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering; advanced degree is a plus.Minimum 2 years of engineering or related experience, preferably involving project management and cross-functional collaboration.Experience with product development, manufacturing, or project/program management preferred.Project Management – AdvancedOrganizational & Time Management – ExpertCommunication & Interpersonal Skills – ExpertAttention to Detail – AdvancedIndependent & Teamwork Skills – ExpertMicrosoft Office and Project Management Software – AdvancedStrong problem-solving, process improvement, and manufacturing knowledgeIf you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Anand.Thakur@akkodisgroup.comEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledBenefits offerings include but are not limited to:(INCLUDE YOUR CLIENT’S BENEFITS HERE. THE FOLLOWING ARE ONLY FOR REFERENCE. DO NOT COPY AND PASTE.)401(k) with matchMedical insuranceDental InsuranceVision assistancePaid Time OffTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:· The California Fair Chance Act· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance