Project Manager
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shton North is conducting a confidential search for a Project Manager – New Product Development (NPD) with an OEM manufacturer in the greater Chicagoland area. This client builds highly engineered, complex machinery with 600–1,000 electro-mechanical components in low-volume, high-mix production environments. This is a critical growth hire. The company is adding multiple Project Managers to drive NPD initiatives that deliver innovative, custom solutions. What You'll Do Own projects end-to-end: Manage new product initiatives from concept through launch and post-launch. Lead cross-functional teams: Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, and Quality. Facilitate & influence: Drive momentum, push back when needed, and keep leadership aligned. Stage-Gate excellence: Manage structured processes while maintaining flexibility for custom products. Risk & change management: Anticipate issues, manage scope changes, and ensure delivery on time and budget. What We're Looking For Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Experience: 8+ years leading complex technical NPD projects. OEM / complex product background: Experience in industries such as industrial equipment, automation, consumer products, or machinery with multiple moving parts. Communication & backbone: Confident, persuasive, and collaborative. PMP Certification: Preferred (in-progress candidates considered). Culture fit: Team-oriented, not a short-term consultant mindset. Why This Role Impact: High-visibility projects shaping the product portfolio. Stability + Growth: Long-standing, privately held company with ~1,000 employees. Compensation: $140K–$150K base for senior hires; junior-to-mid-level considered. Work Environment: Onsite in Bolingbrook (5 days/week). Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 10 - 15 years Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No