Hybrid Global Technical Project Lead: NPI & Engineering

Edwards Vacuum LLC; Sanborn (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of trust

Career growth

Innovation driven environment

Comprehensive benefits

Health & well-being

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum is seeking a Technical Project and Engineering Lead to own the planning, coordination, and execution of engineering-led projects with cross-functional teams. You will drive NPI from concept to launch, manage timelines, risks, and stakeholder expectations, and contribute to strategic COR initiatives.

The role requires 5–7 years in vacuum-focused engineering, strong CAD skills, and a track record in SOP creation, product launches, and technical training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5-7 years industrial experience, preferably with vacuum and vacuum pump service.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes used on vacuum pump internal parts or similar product.
• Experience in reverse engineering product.
• Experience in bringing new products to market.
• Experience in creating SOPs and work instructions.
• Project management skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to interface with internal and external customers.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor, MS Project, MS Office, & SAP.
• Knowledge of GD&T and common machining techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong multi-tasking and teamwork skills, including working in remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute new product development, product enhancement, and product lifecycle management projects.
• Develop and maintain project plans with defined scope, timelines, deliverables, risks, and accountability measures.
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams and drive alignment among technical and business stakeholders.
• Expand and maintain the competitor Service Intelligence and Technical Resource Library capabilities.
• Analyze product, service, field, and competitive data to identify improvement opportunities and support strategic decisions.
• Create and deliver technical training, product support presentations, and knowledge-sharing programs.
• Provide engineering leadership for technical problem solving, product investigations, and corrective action initiatives.
• Support product launches through documentation development, training, and cross-functional readiness activities.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, standards, and knowledge management resources.
• Monitor project performance and communicate progress, risks, and recommendations to management and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Technical leadership

Communication

Remote collaboration

Customer interface

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

MS Project

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Edwards Vacuum is seeking a Technical Project and Engineering Lead to own the planning, coordination, and execution of engineering-led projects with cross-functional teams. You will drive NPI from concept to launch, manage timelines, risks, and stakeholder expectations, and contribute to strategic COR initiatives.

The role requires 5–7 years in vacuum-focused engineering, strong CAD skills, and a track record in SOP creation, product launches, and technical training.