Technical Project and Engineering Lead

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

Your Role

As a Technical Project and Engineering Lead, your mission is to own the planning, coordination, and execution of engineering-led projects by leveraging the expertise of cross-functional team members. Lead project activities from concept through implementation, ensuring effective communication, accountability, risk management, and achievement of technical, operational, and business goals across Quality, Technical Support, Data Management, Product Management, Marketing, and Procurement.

This position plays a key role in executing the strategic direction of the COR parts & service strategy, having a global impact on the results, profitable and sustainable products and environmental footprint. The Engineering Lead reports to the COR Business Manager. Direct collaboration with COR team (i.e. Product Management, Strategic Procurement, Sales) as well as with cross functional teams in the VTS division, CCs, acquisitions and other stakeholders will be essential to achieve success.

You will:

• Lead New Product Initiative (NPI) projects from concept through launch by coordinating cross-functional resources, defining technical requirements, managing project milestones, and ensuring alignment with business objectives, customer needs, and market opportunities.
• Manage engineering-led projects by establishing clear project plans, timelines, deliverables, resource requirements, and success metrics. Monitor progress, identify risks, drive corrective actions, and ensure projects are completed on time and within scope.
• Coordinate and influence cross-functional teams including Quality, Technical Support, Data Management, Product Management, Marketing, and Procurement to achieve project objectives and support strategic business initiatives.
• Drive the growth and continuous improvement of the COR Service Information Library (ex. SOPs, work instructions, service schedules, etc.), including the collection, analysis, and application of field feedback, service data, competitive insights, and product performance trends to support decision-making and product development activities.
• Maintain and expand the COR Technical Resource Library by creating and managing new product documentation, service procedures, technical bulletins, engineering standards, competitive intelligence, and best-practice knowledge assets to support internal teams and customers.
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise for product-related issues, supporting root-cause investigations, corrective actions, product improvements, and customer satisfaction initiatives.
• Deliver product support and technical training programs for internal stakeholders, service personnel, sales teams, and other business functions. Develop training materials, conduct presentations, and ensure effective knowledge transfer of product features, applications, maintenance requirements, and competitive advantages.
• Support product lifecycle management activities, including product launches, enhancements, obsolescence planning, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize product performance, reliability, and profitability.
• Collaborate with Product Management and Marketing to develop technical content, product positioning, value propositions, competitive analyses, and launch materials to support market growth objectives.

Required Tasks:

• 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.

To succeed, you will need

• * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• * 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

Other requirements:

• * Moderate travel (i.e. to acquisitions, service centers, workshops)

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our customer center in Sanborn, NY

We are an equal opportunity employer!

Edwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.

No person shall be denied the equal protection of the laws of this state or any subdivision thereof. No person shall, because of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, creed [or], religion, or sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy outcomes, and reproductive healthcare and autonomy, be subjected to any discrimination in [his or her] their civil rights by any other person or by any firm, corporation, or institution, or by the state or any agency or subdivision of the state, pursuant to law.

Edwards is a global leader of vacuum and abatement systems. We are proud to lead the industry, pushing the boundaries of science to deliver innovative products which are intrinsic to everyday life, working in partnership with our customers and continually setting new standards. With over 150 years of rich heritage, Edwards is the partner of choice for tens of thousands of customers in critical applications around the world. Vacuum is required in diverse sectors, from the generation of power to the production of steel, to the challenging environments of space simulation and high energy physics research.

At Edwards, we believe there is always a better way. Our employees are full of ideas. When looking to add a new team member, we are looking for someone that can appreciate what the Edwards Team has done and bring their new ideas and perspective to enhance where we can go. At Edwards you get to be part of something big; we work globally, but also get the opportunity make a difference locally in our own discipline. We work hard to attract, motivate, develop and retain the best talent from the diversity of people across the globe. Our vision to be First in Mind, First in Choice relies on this strategy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information about Edwards visit our website: www.edwardsvacuum.com

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