Technical Project Manager I — Bioprocess Equipment

akamerica; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. in Glenview, IL is seeking a Technical Project Manager I to lead technical projects from scoping to launch at customer sites. This role covers chromatography, dilution, filtration, synthesis, and downstream process equipment—ensuring timely delivery and quality.

You will own project outcomes, manage budgets, and collaborate with Engineering, Design, QA, and Operations. A BS in engineering and 2+ years PM experience are required; on-site work and up to 15%

Qualifications

• BS in engineering required.
• 2+ years of Project Management experience required.
• Fluid Management or Bioprocess experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, ERP (Business Central) and experience with project management software, ClickUp preferred.
• Interest in PMP certification, certification in progress a plus.
• Very detail-oriented and persistent.
• Highly organized with strong delegation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams through gated processes for design, development, manufacture, testing, and release.
• Create project schedules and monitor milestones; track budgets and risks.
• Communicate with Engineering, Design, Assembly, Automation, Quality, Sales, Accounting, Logistics, and Management.
• Build and maintain a relationship with the Customer; manage onsite visits and expectations.
• Ensure adherence to Quality Assurance procedures and manage changes/non-conformances.
• Lead and facilitate meetings; document minutes and actions; resolve conflicts.
• Manage project documentation: submittals, punch lists, lessons learned, shipping checklists.
• Confirm material orders and coordinate with vendors for status and issues.
• Manage project scope and change orders; communicate new scope to customer.
• Support project decisions in collaboration with the project engineer.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Budgeting

Risk management

ClickUp

ERP (Business Central)

MS Office

Stakeholder management

Education

BS in engineering

Tools

ClickUp

ERP (Business Central)

MS Office Suite

Job description

Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. in Glenview, IL is seeking a Technical Project Manager I to lead technical projects from scoping to launch at customer sites. This role covers chromatography, dilution, filtration, synthesis, and downstream process equipment—ensuring timely delivery and quality.

You will own project outcomes, manage budgets, and collaborate with Engineering, Design, QA, and Operations. A BS in engineering and 2+ years PM experience are required; on-site work and up to 15%