Engineering Project Lead: R&D & Process Improvements

Click Bond; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Click Bond is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead cross-functional R&D and internal improvement initiatives in a manufacturing setting. You will coordinate engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations to define, plan, and execute programs that enhance products and processes.

The role requires strong technical judgment, project management discipline, and the ability to lead teams through ambiguity, delivering measurable improvements aligned with company strategy.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional technical projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering development processes and manufacturing environments.
• Experience in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Aras, or equivalent).
• Ability to operate effectively in dynamic, fast-changing, and ambiguous environments.
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Strong analytical decision-making and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects focused on internal process improvements, capability development, and R&D initiatives.
• Drive projects from concept through implementation, including pilot, validation, and deployment.
• Establish clear project goals aligned with business and engineering strategies.
• Provide leadership in ambiguity, ensuring progress despite evolving requirements.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Track progress against milestones and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Identify risks, constraints, and dependencies; implement mitigation strategies.
• Apply structured project management methodologies (stage-gate, agile) to R&D and continuous improvement work.
• Coordinate early-stage research, feasibility studies, and technology development efforts.
• Facilitate design iterations, testing, and validation activities.
• Support transition of R&D into production-ready processes.
• Ensure documentation of learnings and decisions.
• Lead initiatives to improve product design and manufacturing workflows.
• Utilize data-driven approaches to identify and implement improvements.
• Promote continuous improvement culture across departments.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations.
• Remove barriers and resolve conflicts to maintain momentum.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and quality systems.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders and leadership.
• Build strong relationships across the organization.
• Follow safety policies and maintain compliant work environments.

Skills

Cross-functional project management

Engineering development processes

Lean Six Sigma

Communication

Problem solving

MS Project / Aras

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

PMP certification (plus)

Tools

MS Project

Aras

Job description

Click Bond is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead cross-functional R&D and internal improvement initiatives in a manufacturing setting. You will coordinate engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations to define, plan, and execute programs that enhance products and processes.

The role requires strong technical judgment, project management discipline, and the ability to lead teams through ambiguity, delivering measurable improvements aligned with company strategy.