Product Development Project Manager

Emerson

Project Manager leading cross-functional teams to deliver product development projects. Must have engineering experience to manage complex technical projects effectively.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeMarshalltown • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project planning and execution, with a strong focus on cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management. Proficient in driving accountability and problem-solving within technical project environments, leveraging engineering knowledge to align business strategy with project goals.

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Project ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipStakeholder ManagementProblem SolvingPMP® Certification

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningExecution ManagementRisk ManagementSchedule TrackingEmbedded SystemsFirmware DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingDecision Making

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationSelf-MotivatedProactiveOrganizational SkillsTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP® Certification

Industry Keywords

Product DevelopmentIndustrial ProductsRegulated EnvironmentsTechnical ProjectsNPD Phases

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Project Planning & Execution
Lead projects through all NPD phases: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, and Closure
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, risk registers, decision logs, and communication plans
Prepare and present project at each gate meeting
Cross-Functional Leadership
Form and lead cross-functional project teams spanning Engineering, Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations
Leverage your engineering background to challenge assumptions, ask the right questions, and keep teams honest on feasibility
Drive accountability across teams
Execution Management
Identify issues early and drive resolution – you won’t just flag problems, you’ll help solve them
Track progress against schedule, cost, and scope targets
Escalate risks and decisions impacting scope, cost, or timeline to the Steering Group
Stakeholder Management & Communication
Build strong partnerships with Product Managers, Engineering leadership, Gatekeepers, and business stakeholders
Communicate clearly at all levels – from executive summaries for senior leadership to detailed updates for project teams
Drive alignment on decisions, trade-offs, and scope changes across the organization
Serve as the bridge between deep technical work and business strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or relevant work experience
5+ years of engineering experience, including leading significant tasks or workstreams within product development projects
Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills
Strong clear and concise communication skills
Superior problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Self-motivated and proactive with ability to navigate ambiguity
Willingness to attain a PMP or similar project management certification – we’ll support you in getting it
5+ years of project management experience on technical projects (preferred)
Hands-on experience with embedded systems, electronics, or firmware development (preferred)
Familiarity with Agile or hybrid development approaches (preferred)
Background in industrial products or regulated environments (preferred)
PMP® or similar project management certification (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

A leadership role that doesn’t require leaving the technical world behind – your engineering judgment is central to this role
Visibility to leadership – you’ll present at gate reviews and shape strategic direction
Broader business acumen – exposure to operations, P&L, market strategy, pricing, and customer requirements beyond the engineering silo
Mentorship and a clear development path toward program management, engineering management, or senior technical leadership
The opportunity to shape how products are built, not just what gets built – you’ll influence process, priorities, and team structure
Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options