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Project Manager

HCLTechDayton, OHApril 12th, 2026
HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self- motivated Project Manager to join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.Job Title: Project ManagerJob ID: 91226, 93681Position Type: Full-time with HCLTechLocation: Cincinnati, OHPlease NOTE- Must have experience in the below.A minimum of 5 years of experience in New Product DevelopmentA minimum of 5 years’ experience as a project manager – effectively leading teams to deliver innovative products.A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Medical Device or Pharmaceutical Development IndustryRole/Responsibilities:Develop and maintain an integrated project schedule for a Front End project executed by an external engineering team, coordinating dependencies, milestones, deliverables, assumptions, and change impacts Phases include: Requirements Documentation, Prototyping, Design, Verification, Validation, and Product Quality and Regulatory documentation.Provide Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) support for assigned projects, developing schedules and ensuring adherence to design controls and cross-functional readiness activities.Work with project teams and management to resolve resource gaps.Identify project critical path and roadblocks within the projects and offer solutions to roadblocks.Assist in identifying appropriate project strategies to deliver scope or improve delivery as appropriate. Follow the Ethicon EndoMech & Energy product development process with a focus on quality.Assist in managing project risk through comprehensive mitigation assessment and planning techniques.Communicate project status to all project stakeholders. Communication includes: project meeting minutes, dashboards and stakeholder reviews as required.Partner with R&D Technical lead and Supply Chain lead to manage the package and label development, DHF updates, Design Reviews and Supply Chain readiness efforts.Lead bi-weekly LCE Council meetings, including agenda development, collecting input from team leaders and capturing and following-up on action-items, and timely distribution of minutes and decisions.Provide Project management technical support to LCE engineers who are leading their own projects. Be available for questions and assistance.QualificationsEducation:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related fieldsRequired:A minimum of 5 years of experience in New Product DevelopmentA minimum of 5 years’ experience as a project manager – effectively leading teams to deliver innovative products.A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Medical Device or Pharmaceutical Development IndustryProficiency utilizing the MS Office Suite (Project, Work, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, SharePoint)Proficiency using SmartSheet for building project schedulesExperience leading team meetings and documenting outcomesProblem-solving ability and proficiency in verbal, written, and presentation communicationsAbility to work independently, provide multiple solutions to problems and effectively communicate options and trade-offsAbility to manage complexity and ambiguity in a fast-paced environmentWell organized, self-motivated, upbeat, creative, and resourcefulDemonstrate strong leadership, management, and collaboration qualitiesPreferred / NOT Required:Demonstrated success in leading a Product Development project from concept through market introductionPrior experience working at a JNJ company – knowledge of our existing systems and proceduresExperience leading Agile/Scrum ceremoniesExperience w/ EndoMech & Energy medical devicesExperience working with surgical staplersPay and BenefitsPay Range Minimum: $42.00 per hourPay Range Maximum: $47.46 per hourHCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation.Compensation and BenefitsA candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.How You’ll GrowAt HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.