Sr. Project Manager, NPD (New Product Development)

Job Description

Title: Sr. Project Manager, NPD (New Product Development)

Location: Greater Andover Area, MA (100% Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract/ Full-Time (2 Openings)

Status: Accepting Candidates

Work Authorization: US Citizens / Green Card holders only

About the Role

We are supporting a highly regulated medical device organization seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end New Product Development (NPD) programs from concept through commercialization. This role requires a strong hands-on engineering foundation combined with proven project leadership in regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of complex medical device NPD programs integrating capital equipment, disposables, and embedded software
• Develop and manage program plans covering scope, schedule, budget, risk, and resource allocation
• Own design control activities including phase-gate reviews, DHF contributions, and regulatory readiness
• Drive cross-functional execution with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, Operations, and Commercial teams
• Serve as the primary project communication lead for internal stakeholders and external partners
• Support feasibility, prototyping, design transfer, pilot builds, and manufacturing scale-up
• Participate in design reviews, hazard analysis, DFMEA/PFMEA, and risk management activities
• Support DFM/DFA initiatives and resolve technical issues impacting performance or delivery
• Track program metrics, escalate risks, and implement corrective actions to maintain timelines and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related technical field
• 7+ years of experience in medical device project management and/or hands-on engineering
• Proven NPD experience from inception through commercialization
• Strong background in highly regulated industries (Medical Device required; Aerospace acceptable)
• Demonstrated hands-on engineering foundation (not PM-only)
• Deep understanding of product development lifecycle, design controls, and regulated documentation
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Office-based role; may sit for extended periods
• Up to 10% domestic travel
• Up to 5% international travel
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Compensation (MA Pay Transparency)

• $70–$75/hr (W-2)
• Final rate within the posted range depends on qualifications and interview outcomes.