Job Information
Actalent Program Manager in Owatonna, Minnesota
Job Title: Program Manager
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Program Manager with a strong background in traditional project management and experience in managing projects involving physical products. The ideal candidate will have expertise in both engineering and plant implementation. This role requires leading projects through the full product life cycle and effectively communicating across various teams.
Responsibilities
Provide proactive risk management and mitigation throughout the project life cycle and identify, monitor, and manage the project's critical path.
Lead the team through the quality gate release process.
Establish and maintain a cohesive and effective project team.
Lead assigned team members in cross-functional teams to achieve project commitments.
Communicate effectively with cross-functional team members, individual contributors, department managers, and management to keep projects aligned within the organization.
Provide clear and up-to-date project status to management and team constituency.
Exercise appropriate influence throughout the organization to drive accountability and effective decision-making.
Identify and remove obstacles that hinder the team's progress.
Promote a healthy and collaborative environment within the team and with stakeholders.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent relevant experience.
5+ years’ experience in project management for product development projects.
Experience with electronics, embedded software, and/or mechanical systems.
Experience in developing multi-discipline project schedules using MS Project or equivalent.
Cross-functional leadership experience in engineering, marketing, purchasing, manufacturing, and customer support.
Demonstrated effectiveness in aligning product, market, customer, and business needs in planning and running projects.
Experience using waterfall and Agile methodologies.
Functional knowledge and experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) / Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems such as SAP.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience managing a project through the full product life cycle.
experience in working with a physical product and manufacturing facilities.
Ability to spend time both in the engineering and plant implementation environments.
Proficiency in driving processes and maintaining effective communication.
Work Environment
This role operates within the engineering sector, focusing on the development and release of new equipment for the automotive service solutions industry. The program manager will work closely with cross-functional teams and participate in both engineering and plant implementation activities. The work environment is collaborative and aims to foster effective communication and teamwork.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Owatonna, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Owatonna,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.