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Maverick Power · 1 day ago

Research & Development Engineering Program Manager

Maverick Power is a rapidly expanding company recognized for its innovative power distribution solutions. They are seeking a motivated R&D Engineering Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in bringing new electrical power products from concept to market, ensuring successful execution of the innovation roadmap.

Electrical DistributionEnergy EfficiencyProject Management

Responsibilities

Concurrently lead multiple new product development (NPD) projects from concept through launch
Facilitate project meetings, track deliverables, and drive accountability across departments
Develop project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
Identify and mitigate project risks to maintain schedule and cost targets
Maintain documentation for project milestones, design reviews, and stage-gate deliverables
Communicate project status clearly to stakeholders and executive leadership
Develop and maintain project dashboards that summarize progress, risks, and key metrics across multiple initiatives for executive visibility
Translate technical project updates into clear business insights and financial impact summaries
Coordinate between engineering, operations, procurement, and marketing to ensure alignment of project goals
Support go-to-market efforts by ensuring product readiness aligns with customer and business needs
Identify opportunities for process improvement and apply AI-driven automation or digital tools (e.g. Power Automate, Python, Jira integrations, or similar)

Qualification

Technical CoordinationProject ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationProficiency with SmartSheetProficiency with JiraManage TimelinesManage BudgetsComfortable with Technical TeamsOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or other related fields
Minimum of 1 year of experience managing cross-functional projects, ideally in manufacturing, product development, or technology environments, using a hybrid Stage-Gate-Agile methodology
Strong organizational and communication skills
Proven ability to manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables
Comfortable working with both technical and non-technical teams
Proficiency with project management software and tools (SmartSheet and Jira)

Preferred

Familiarity with project management software (e.g. SmartSheet and Jira)
Exposure to ERP (Epicor), quote-to-production systems, and engineering systems (SolidWorks, PDM)
Experience in the electrical power, manufacturing, or industrial equipment industry

Benefits

Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential!
Paid Time Off
401K Matching
Medical
Dental
Vision Benefits

Company

Maverick Power

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Maverick Power is a power distribution company that specializes in project management and field services.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Tom Currier
President & CEO
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