Physical Build Project Manager

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
 
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
 
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Physical Build Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in product development and physical prototype coordination. With at least 5 years of relevant experience, they bring a proactive mindset and the ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive results independently. A working knowledge of CAD/CREO and Bill of Materials (BOM) management is highly preferred.

Responsibilities;

• Lead, plan, organize, and oversee physical build activities within product development projects.

• Coordinate and follow up on build and test activities to align system requirements with physical test objects.

• Ensure timely delivery of physical prototypes and parts that meet project specifications.

• Collaborate closely with project teams and Product Manufacturing Engineers (PMEs) to secure successful project execution.

• Define and manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risks to meet established objectives.

• Serve as a liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and testing teams to streamline communication and workflow.

• Provide project support on complex initiatives, reporting to a lead project manager as needed.

• Maintain and manage Bill of Materials (BOM); support data integrity for builds.

• Operate independently with limited supervision, making informed decisions and solving complex problems as they arise.

Qualifications;

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in physical build coordination or project management within a product development environment.

• Demonstrated ability to manage full project lifecycle for builds and subprojects.

• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in project management methodologies; certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.

• Experience with CAD/CREO and BOM management is highly desirable.

• Must be able to work fully onsite in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, colo