Project Engineer (1150709)

The Judge Group; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group in West Chester, PA is seeking a hands-on Project Engineer to lead product development from concept through scalable manufacturing. You will manage both the project lifecycle and the technical engineering execution, including electrical design, testing, and regulatory compliance.

This dual role requires strong communication, circuit design experience, PCB oversight, DFM/DFA, and collaboration with vendors, production and sourcing to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 3–6 years in product development in electrical/manufacturing env.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Asana and Jira; PMP/CAPM a plus.
• Experience with analog/digital circuit design, PCB oversight, schematics, lab test equipment.
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards and agency testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication with cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary product engineering projects, managing technical deliverables, scope, timelines and budget.
• Perform electrical design tasks including circuit design, component selection, schematic capture, and system integration.
• Define milestones, maintain project plans, track risks, coordinate across engineering, sourcing and production.
• Apply DFM and DFA to ensure smooth prototype-to-production transfer.
• Coordinate testing, prototyping, qualification, and regulatory compliance testing.
• Collaborate with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and labs to meet build schedules.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering

Cross-functional leadership

Circuit design

Schematic capture

DFM/DFA

Vendor coordination

Education

BSEE or BSEET

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Jira

Job description

Location: West Chester, PA

Salary: $90,000.00 USD Annually - $130,000.00 USD Annually

Electrical products manufacturer in the West Chester, PA area is seeking a hands-on Project Engineer to lead product development projects from initial concept through full-scale manufacturing. In this dual-function role, you will manage both the project lifecycle (schedule, budget, cross-functional alignment) and the technical engineering execution (electrical design, product testing, regulatory compliance). You will serve as the primary technical anchor and project owner, bridging engineering expertise with disciplined project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Dual Project & Engineering Ownership: Lead multi-disciplinary product engineering projects, maintaining responsibility for technical deliverables, project scope, timelines, and budget constraints.
• Product Design & Engineering: Perform electrical engineering tasks including circuit design, component selection, schematic capture, and system integration for new and existing product lines.
• Process Management & Execution: Define project milestones, maintain detailed project plans, track risk mitigation strategies, and coordinate daily execution across engineering, sourcing, and production teams.
• DFX & Manufacturing Integration: Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles, ensuring seamless transition of prototype designs into factory production lines.
• Testing & Compliance: Coordinate functional testing, prototyping, and qualification processes. Manage product compliance testing against relevant industry standards (UL, CE, FCC, ISO).
• Vendor & Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborate with external component suppliers, contract manufacturers, and testing labs to secure technical specifications and ensure build schedules remain on track.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET).
• Experience: 3–6 years of experience in product development within an electrical or electromechanical manufacturing environment.
• Project Management Skills: Proven proficiency in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira, stage-gate processes); PMP or CAPM certification is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with analog/digital circuit design, power electronics, PCB layout oversight, schematics, and hands-on lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies).
• Standards & Compliance: Familiarity with electrical safety standards, enclosure ratings (NEMA/IP), and agency testing procedures.
• Communication: Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills with a proven track record of cross-functional leadership.