Project Manager of Product Development

Job Title: Project Manager – Product Development

Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

Who are we: STL Engineering is a leading Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and Design services provider based in Ottawa, ON. Specializing in rugged electronics and applications. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions to our clients' engineering challenges.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary product development programs from early concept through to production handoff. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical understanding with excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills. This role bridges the gap between engineering execution and client engagement, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of product development projects across mechanical, electrical, (and software) disciplines.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication of scope, progress, and expectations.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Facilitate design reviews, risk assessments, and milestone gates.
• Track deliverables, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as required.
• Support proposal development, including estimating timelines, costs, and resource requirements.
• Foster collaboration among internal teams and external partners to achieve project objectives.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with company quality systems and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience managing product development or engineering projects.
• Proven track record of delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycles, from concept to manufacturing.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira).
• PMP certification or equivalent experience is an asset.
• Experience in industries such as aerospace, automotive, or industrial equipment is preferred.

What We Offer

• A collaborative, innovative environment with a team of passionate engineers and designers.
• Opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects for world-class clients.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Salary Range:

• $100k-$150k

Benefits:

• Drug, Dental and Life Insurance
• 3 weeks Vacation
• 3 floater days/paid time off (applied in December)
• RRSP and Deferred Profit Sharing Program
• $1,000 Health, Wellness and Travel (annual)

Schedule:

• 37.5 Hour Work Week
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

• Kanata, ON