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Engineering Program Manager at Prudent Holdings USA LLC – Lexington, Kentucky

Prudent Holdings USA LLC
Lexington, Kentucky, 40510, United States
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JOB PURPOSE

The Engineering Program Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional programs from concept through production within a thermoplastic injection molding and assembly manufacturing environment. This role serves as the primary interface between engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and customers to ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and to define technical and quality requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead engineering programs from quotation and design through tooling, validation, and full production launch
  • Develop project quotes/estimates including component/assembly and tooling pricing and lead times
  • Manage initial setup of Part Numbers, Manufacturing Routings, and Bill of Materials within ERP System (NetSuite)
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding technical scope, timelines, risks, and deliverables
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including sales, product engineering, tooling, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and external vendors
  • Manage program schedules, budgets, resources, and risk mitigation plans
  • Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Automation (DFAuto) activities
  • Ensure compliance with customer requirements, quality standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, ITAR, IATF, FDA as applicable)
  • Lead program reviews using Smartsheet’s APP to ensure on-time milestone completion
  • Identify and resolve technical, schedule, and cost issues throughout the program lifecycle
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to product development, launch execution, and manufacturing efficiency
  • Facilitate change management, including engineering changes and customer approvals
  • Participate in product development activities.
  • Participate in sales development activities including but not limited to visiting current customers as well as potential new customers.
  • Participate in plant tours for visiting guests which could include current customers, new potential customers, inner company visitors and/or other special guests.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Plastics, or related field) or 10+ years of proven experience in the injection molding and assembly environment.
  • 5+ years of experience in program management or engineering leadership within an injection molding and assembly environment
  • Strong understanding of thermoplastic materials, injection molding processes, tooling, and secondary operations
  • Experience managing new product introductions (NPI) and production launches
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple programs simultaneously
  • Strong customer communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Proficiency with project management tools (SmartSheets) and ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite)
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality documentation
  • Specialized knowledge
  • Technical leadership and problem-solving
  • Program planning and execution
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Cost and schedule management
  • Clear and effective communication; written and verbal.
  • Customer-focused mindset
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Manufacturing floor and office environment
  • Travel may be required to other company locations, customer sites, supplier facilities, or tooling vendors.
  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Sitting, standing, walking, occasionally lifting no more than 25 lbs.

    DIRECT REPORTS

    NA

    Export Control Compliance Notice

    This position may involve access to technology or software source code subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license/confirming the availability of a license exception. Applicants must provide information for export control screening, which will be reviewed for compliance. Prudent Holdings may elect not to pursue a license or exception and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis.

    Job Location

    Lexington, Kentucky, 40510, United States
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    Job Location

    This job is located in the Lexington, Kentucky, 40510, United States region.

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