Technical Project Manager

Piper Companies; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

401(k)

Holidays

Job summary

Piper Companies is looking for a Technical Project Manager to support hardware development programs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role involves executing projects and serving as a bridge between internal teams and Program Managers.

With 4+ years of experience required, the successful candidate will coordinate efforts across engineering and manufacturing while managing project timelines and budgets. The position offers an attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in project coordination or management in manufacturing or mechanical environments.
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced, unstructured settings.
• PMP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, budgeting, and execution of new product development projects.
• Act as a communication bridge between internal teams and Program Managers.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering and manufacturing.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

DFM principles

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Technical Project Manager to support complex, high‑visibility hardware development programs within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The Technical Project Manager will play a key supporting role to Program Managers, helping drive execution across Cable Backplane Systems production test and signal integrity initiatives while developing into a full program ownership capacity. This is a full‑time position, and the Technical Project Manager will sit onsite near Harrisburg PA.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, budgeting, and execution of complex new product development projects in a high‑change environment
• Act as a communication bridge between internal teams and Program Managers to ensure alignment on schedules, deliverables, and priorities
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to keep programs on track
• Monitor project scope, timelines, and financials while escalating risks, resource gaps, and delays
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles and support readiness for production, capacity planning, and system setup

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in project coordination or management within a manufacturing, hardware, or mechanical environment
• Proven ability to perform effectively in fast‑paced, unstructured, and high‑pressure settings with shifting priorities
• Demonstrated ability to communicate across technical teams and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• PMP certification preferred
• Willingness to travel 50–60% initially

Compensation

• Salary range: $70,000 - $100,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) and holidays