Program Manager

Program Manager Description Position Summary We are seeking a Technical Program Manager to oversee the development and launch of advanced engineering products. This individual will serve as the key connection between customers, engineering teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are progressing on time, meeting business objectives, and delivering a positive customer experience. Key Responsibilities

- Lead technical projects from initial planning through product launch.
- Serve as the primary customer contact for project-related communication and updates.
- Coordinate efforts across engineering, operations, quality, and other functional teams.
- Establish and maintain project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
- Monitor project risks, identify roadblocks, and drive resolution plans.
- Facilitate discussions between stakeholders to maintain alignment and accountability.
- Support product testing, customer reviews, and launch preparation activities.
- Manage project impacts related to changing customer needs or business priorities.
- Ensure successful execution of program goals while maintaining quality and delivery expectations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- New Product Introduction (NPI) experience.
- Hardware, electronics, battery, energy storage, automotive, aerospace, or industrial manufacturing experience.
- Exposure to product testing, validation, verification, certification, or regulatory requirements.
- Experience utilizing project management software such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or similar tools.
- PMP certification or other formal project management training.
- Familiarity with product lifecycle processes and engineering change management.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Columbus, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
401(k) company match
Company-subsidized healthcare plans
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 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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