Project Engineer - CRM New Product Development

Job Title: Project Engineer - CRM New Product Development

Job Duration: 10+ months

Job Location: Minnetonka, MN 55345

Job Summary

The client is seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer (Contractor) to support Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) New Product Development initiatives. This role will support a senior project lead and is responsible for driving day to day execution of assigned project activities, with a strong emphasis on vendor coordination, material procurement, schedule adherence, and cross functional alignment. The ideal candidate is a self starter who can take ownership of assigned deliverables, work independently with minimal direction, and proactively resolve issues in a fast paced, regulated medical device environment.

Key Responsibilities

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• Design, communicate, and execute detailed operational plans to complete assigned project deliverables in support of CRM new product development programs.
  
• Monitor project progress and performance against defined schedules, milestones, and commitments; proactively identify risks, delays, or resource constraints.
  
• Take ownership of issue resolution by identifying root causes, driving corrective actions, and escalating when appropriate to minimize schedule and cost impacts.
  
• Coordinate vendor activities, including:
  
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  • Communicating technical and schedule requirements
    
  • Tracking material availability and delivery timelines
    
  • Holding vendors accountable for meeting agreed upon milestones and quality expectations
    
  
  
  

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• Support material procurement activities by interfacing with Supply Chain and external suppliers to ensure timely availability of components and materials required to meet project needs.
  
• Identify, secure, and coordinate cross functional resources required to execute project tasks, including R\&D, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Material Compliance teams.
  
• Develop and maintain project schedules, task plans, and status reports using established project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet).
  
• Coordinate engineering documentation and project artifacts in compliance with design control, quality system, and documentation requirements.
  
• Prepare and present clear, concise project updates to stakeholders, including progress, risks, mitigation plans, and upcoming milestones.
  
• Support design owners by clarifying design intent and technical requirements when interfacing with vendors or cross functional partners, reducing burden on core design teams.
  
• Participate in meetings and forums as needed to support project execution, issue resolution, and alignment across functions.
  

Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or related discipline).
  
• 3-5 years of experience supporting engineering or product development projects in a regulated environment.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and stakeholders simultaneously.
  
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively interface with vendors, engineers, and cross functional partners.
  
• Proven ability to work independently as a self directed contributor, taking ownership of tasks and determining the best path to execution with minimal supervision.
  
• Working knowledge of project management principles and tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent).
  

Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience in the medical device industry (strongly preferred).
  
• Familiarity with FDA QSR, ISO 13485, and design control processes.
  
• Experience coordinating or managing external vendors or contractors, including schedule tracking and delivery accountability.
  
• Prior exposure to new product development (NPD) programs.
  
• Ability to operate effectively in environments with ambiguity and evolving priorities.
  

Success in This Role

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• Within the first 6-12 months, success will be demonstrated by:
  
• Consistent on time delivery of assigned project deliverables
  
• Positive feedback from project stakeholders and cross functional partners
  
• Effective management of vendor timelines and material deliveries
  
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, anticipate issues, and proactively drive solutions