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Join HARTING! A leader in connectivity products and custom solutions…..
We are Looking for a Project Manager – Product Development that will be responsible for those activities necessary to lead new product development from concept to release, project organization, budget reviews, supplier coordination, global cross-functional collaboration and coordination of production and testing to ensure products are produced efficiently, in budget and on time while meeting or exceeding quality standards.
HARTING aims to be a trusted advisor to HARTING customers and positions itself as the go-to source expert for industrial connectivity solutions. We partner directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Distribution partners for standard product, designed-in value-added products, and Product Development initiatives.
To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:
- Define, develop, plan, and manage new product development, HARTING Customized Solutions, and Operations initiatives
- Lead the project team through the new product stage gate process while managing prioritizations, resource allocation, risk management, budget management and improvement processes
- Document clear and detailed project plans including goals and the key deliverables, resources and timelines required to achieve success; provide corrective action or escalation if necessary
- Develop and maintain timelines and schedules while staying nimble and adjusting to unforeseen events or multiple scenarios
- Participate in product quality processes, product forecasting and inventory management, product pricing and product design
- Build alignment and lead collaboration with other departments including: Sales, Customer Service, Custom Solutions, Product Management and Production Management
- Establish, develop, and maintain supplier and co-manufacturer relationship for new product development
- Resolve or assist in the resolution of conflicts and bottlenecks within and between projects or functional areas
- Prepare reports and track KPIs for the steering committee and management
- Establish a trusted partner relationship with internal and external customers, internal team, and other project stakeholders
- Other duties as assigned
Skills and experience to thrive in this role:
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar field
- 5-10 years of experience in Project Management, Engineering Management, or related field
- Experience utilizing Microsoft Project or other tools to develop and maintain projects schedules within Supply Chain, Finance, or Engineering
- Experience in outsourcing to, and managing third-party suppliers; and the ability to multi-task while successfully working cross-functionally within the organization
- Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) or related certification preferred
- Bilingual in Spanish or German a Plus
- Experience in SAP preferred
- Ability to travel up to 20%
HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.
As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 80 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun. We celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, say Prost! to Oktoberfest, and much more!
Visit us on LinkedIn!
HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:
Compensation:
- HARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.
- Competitive base salary: $100,000 - $130,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location).
- This role is eligible for a 10% discretionary annual bonus.
Benefits:
- 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max).
- Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from.
- Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee.
- Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy.
- 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!
Join HARTING! A leader in connectivity products and custom solutions…..
We are Looking for a Project Manager – Product Development that will be responsible for those activities necessary to lead new product development from concept to release, project organization, budget reviews, supplier coordination, global cross-functional collaboration and coordination of production and testing to ensure products are produced efficiently, in budget and on time while meeting or exceeding quality standards.
HARTING aims to be a trusted advisor to HARTING customers and positions itself as the go-to source expert for industrial connectivity solutions. We partner directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Distribution partners for standard product, designed-in value-added products, and Product Development initiatives.
To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:
- Define, develop, plan, and manage new product development, HARTING Customized Solutions, and Operations initiatives
- Lead the project team through the new product stage gate process while managing prioritizations, resource allocation, risk management, budget management and improvement processes
- Document clear and detailed project plans including goals and the key deliverables, resources and timelines required to achieve success; provide corrective action or escalation if necessary
- Develop and maintain timelines and schedules while staying nimble and adjusting to unforeseen events or multiple scenarios
- Participate in product quality processes, product forecasting and inventory management, product pricing and product design
- Build alignment and lead collaboration with other departments including: Sales, Customer Service, Custom Solutions, Product Management and Production Management
- Establish, develop, and maintain supplier and co-manufacturer relationship for new product development
- Resolve or assist in the resolution of conflicts and bottlenecks within and between projects or functional areas
- Prepare reports and track KPIs for the steering committee and management
- Establish a trusted partner relationship with internal and external customers, internal team, and other project stakeholders
- Other duties as assigned
Skills and experience to thrive in this role:
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar field
- 5-10 years of experience in Project Management, Engineering Management, or related field
- Experience utilizing Microsoft Project or other tools to develop and maintain projects schedules within Supply Chain, Finance, or Engineering
- Experience in outsourcing to, and managing third-party suppliers; and the ability to multi-task while successfully working cross-functionally within the organization
- Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) or related certification preferred
- Bilingual in Spanish or German a Plus
- Experience in SAP preferred
- Ability to travel up to 20%
HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.
As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 80 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun. We celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, say Prost! to Oktoberfest, and much more!
Visit us on LinkedIn!
HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:
Compensation:
- HARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.
- Competitive base salary: $100,000 - $130,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location).
- This role is eligible for a 10% discretionary annual bonus.
Benefits:
- 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max).
- Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from.
- Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee.
- Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy.
- 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon15
- RELX6
- LexisNexis Risk Solutions5
- Tiffany &4
- Gradian Thermal Solutions4
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Technology & Software
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
- Aerospace & Defense
- Investment & Asset Management
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product development project manager jobs.
- 5 or more years managing end-to-end product development projects from concept to launch
- Proficiency with stage-gate or phase-gate frameworks and cross-functional milestone tracking
- Experience using project management tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, or MS Project
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential strongly preferred
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, industrial design, or a related technical field
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams including engineering, design, and marketing
Tips for Your Product Development Project Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to gate milestones
Hiring managers for these roles scan for stage-gate or phase-gate language. List the specific gates you owned, the cross-functional teams you coordinated at each checkpoint, and the product outcomes that cleared each gate, not just general project management duties.
Highlight your NPD portfolio artifacts
Product development hiring teams want to see that you've produced business cases, design-freeze documents, or launch readiness checklists. Name the specific deliverables you authored, even if you can't share them publicly, so reviewers know you've owned the full development cycle.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists product development project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by industry and methodology
A product development project manager role in medtech runs on FDA-regulated timelines and design controls, while one in consumer electronics follows faster agile sprints. Knowing which methodology a posting emphasizes lets you match your resume language before you apply.
Prepare for a cross-functional scenario question
Interviewers almost always ask how you've aligned engineering, marketing, and operations on a conflicting requirement. Prepare two or three specific examples where you surfaced a cross-team conflict early, brokered a decision, and kept the launch schedule intact.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify whether the role owns a single product line or a full portfolio. Portfolio scope significantly affects your workload and your visibility to leadership, so it's worth confirming before you accept, not after your first week.
Product Development Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most product development project managers?
The companies hiring the most product development project managers right now include Amazon, RELX, and LexisNexis Risk Solutions, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially high at companies running multiple concurrent product lines who need dedicated project management to keep launches on schedule.
How many product development project manager jobs are remote?
About 76% of product development project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote arrangements are more common for software-focused roles than for positions tied to physical prototyping, lab work, or on-site manufacturing. Roles in consumer electronics and medtech tend to require at least some on-site presence during critical development phases.
How do you become a product development project manager?
Start by building hands-on experience coordinating cross-functional projects in an adjacent role such as product coordinator, program analyst, or associate engineer. Earning a PMP certification strengthens your resume significantly. From there, move into roles with explicit ownership of a development phase, such as a launch coordinator, before stepping into a full project manager title that owns the entire product development lifecycle.
Can you get hired as a product development project manager with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to frame adjacent experience carefully. Roles like product coordinator, operations analyst, or junior program manager that involved cross-team scheduling, milestone tracking, or vendor coordination are directly relevant. Highlighting any experience with stage-gate processes, design reviews, or launch readiness planning, even informally, helps hiring managers see you can step into the role's core responsibilities.
What does the product development project manager interview process look like?
The process typically involves a recruiter screen, a hiring manager call focused on your development methodology experience, and a panel interview with cross-functional stakeholders from engineering, marketing, or operations. Expect at least one scenario-based question about managing competing priorities across teams, and in some companies a practical exercise such as building a rough project plan or reviewing a product roadmap for gaps.
Where can I find and apply to product development project manager jobs?
You can find and apply to product development project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and industry focus, then apply directly to each one that fits your background.
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