Project Manager

Piper Companies is seeking a Project Manager to support a leading organization in the high-speed connectivity and electronics manufacturing industry on site in Durham, NC. The ideal Project Manager will drive complex new product development initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with customer and business objectives.

Responsibilities of the Project Maager:

• Manage project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful execution of product development programs.
• Provide technical leadership across cross-functional and global project teams throughout all phases of development.
• Serve as the primary communication interface with Program Management, providing updates on project status, schedules, and risks.
• Plan and lead internal meetings to track project progress, assign action items, and maintain schedule alignment.
• Collaborate with internal and external suppliers to ensure timely delivery of key project components.
• Communicate resource needs proactively to maintain project timelines and mitigate delays.
• Ensure projects align with financial targets, including capital requests, product costing, and scope management.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Oversee capacity planning to ensure supply capabilities meet forecasted demand.
• Establish systems and processes required for product ordering and manufacturing readiness.

Qualifications for the Project Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field from a four-year institution.
• 3+ years of project management experience, preferably within the connector or electronics manufacturing industry.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems in low-standardization environments.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with global teams across multiple regions.

Compensation for the Project Manager includes:

• Salary range: $60,000 - $100,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO

This job opens for applications on 07/06/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: Project Manager, New Product Development, NPD, Electronics Manufacturing, Connector Industry, Telecom, Datacom, DFM, Design for Manufacturability, Project Planning, Project Execution, Budget Management, Cross-Functional Teams, Global Teams, Technical Leadership, Risk Management, Capacity Planning, Product Lifecycle, Engineering Projects, Root Cause Analysis, Supplier Management, Program Management, High-Speed Connectivity, OEM, ERP Systems, Manufacturing Operations, Product Development Lifecycle

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