Fairport, NY (100% Onsite)
$50-$60/hr | Full-Time Contract | Anticipated 1-Year Assignment
Our client, a leading technology manufacturer in the Rochester area, is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead the execution of engineering and product development programs from concept through manufacturing.
This role will serve as the key point of coordination between engineering, operations, commercial teams, and customers, ensuring projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
What You'll Do
- Lead technical programs and cross-functional project teams
- Manage project schedules, milestones, budgets, resources, and risks
- Coordinate activities between engineering, manufacturing, commercial, and customer stakeholders
- Drive problem-solving efforts and help teams overcome technical challenges
- Provide regular program updates to leadership and project teams
- Support product development and transfer-to-manufacturing activities
- Build strong relationships with customers and internal partners
What We're Looking For
- Master's degree in Engineering (Optical, Mechanical, Physics, or related technical discipline)
- 5+ years of experience leading technical projects, programs, or engineering initiatives
- Strong project management and leadership skills
- Experience managing schedules, budgets, resources, and project risks
- Ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical teams
- Strong communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Project
Preferred Experience
- Optical systems, photonics, imaging, or advanced technology environments
- New product development and manufacturing transfer projects
- SAP or manufacturing ERP systems
- Experience working with engineering, R&D, or product development teams
Additional Information
- Full-time onsite position in Fairport, NY
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Occasional overtime based on project needs
- Up to 10% domestic travel
- U.S. Citizenship or ITAR compliance required
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
