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Protingent

Technical Project Manager

Salem, OR · On-site

Technical Project Manage Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract ... automotive, or heavy industrial engineering environment. * Proven track record managing high ...

ZF Group

Technical Project Manager

North Mankato, MN · On-site

$69K - $110K/yr

Minimum 3 years' experience in product development within a technical or automotive environment * 2+ years project management skills (planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource coordination)

Ampcus Inc

Technical Project Manager

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

They are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join their talented team as a Technical Project Manager, responsible for leading and managing complex technical projects from conception to ...

Talkspace

Technical Project Manager

New York, NY · On-site +1

The Technical Project Manager is responsible for driving the successful execution of technical projects and initiatives, from planning through delivery. They work closely with Product, Engineering ...

Spruce Infotech

Technical Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Technical Project Manager Location: Chicago, IL | Hybrid * Strong experience in Technical Project Management / IT Project Management . * Strong technical background in Software Development, Data ...

Socket.dev

Technical Project Manager

Tampa, FL · On-site

Technical Project Manager Location: Dallas, TX Work Arrangement: Hybrid Employment Type: W2 Contract Visa: USC / Green Card Only Duration: Long-Term Contract Job Summary: We are looking for an ...

Unicon Systems

Technical Project Manager

Tampa, FL · On-site

$60 - $70/hr

Technical Project Manager Location: Dallas, TX Work Arrangement: Hybrid Employment Type: W2 Contract Visa: USC / Green Card Only Duration: Long-Term Contract Job Summary: We are looking for an ...

Dovel Technologies, Inc

## Technical Project ManagerApplylocations: US - VA, McLeantime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 42484**Job Family:**IT Project Management**Travel Required:**Up to 10%**

Connection

Technical Project Manager

Concord, NH · Hybrid

$108K - $140K/yr

The Technical Project Manager collaborates with internal business and system teams, stakeholders, and clients to ensure the successful delivery of assigned projects ranging in size and scope. The ...

Avanciers LLC

Technical Project Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

Avanciers is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead onsite project execution for complex technical and electrical projects. This role will oversee field activities, ensure safety ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for automotive technical project manager in the United States is $117,465.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,000.00 and $134,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Technical Project Manager

Salem, OR • On-site

Protingent
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Key responsibilities

  • Manage an onsite scout team to ensure continuous output and scale the CAD team as needed.

  • Own and drive weekly production metrics to maintain a consistent output of completed and quality-checked drawings.

  • Coordinate with the shop floor build team and manufacturing supervisors to extract undocumented tribal knowledge regarding production parts.

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Position Title: Technical Project Manage
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Technical Project Manage opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Team Leadership: Directly manage an onsite scout team (consisting of 1 Electrical Engineer and 3 CAD Designers) to ensure continuous output, scaling the CAD team headcount as the project scope dictates.
  • Schedule Execution: Own and drive the weekly production metrics, maintaining a sustained team output of roughly 56 completed and quality-checked drawings per week (11-12 daily).
  • ross-Functional Extraction: Coordinate closely with the shop floor build team and manufacturing supervisors to safely extract undocumented tribal knowledge regarding legacy and active production parts.
  • Workflow & Quality Control: Standardize the tracking matrix, drafting templates, and cross-checking procedures to ensure all final drawings match physical part geometry and mating tolerances perfectly.
  • Executive Reporting: Interface directly with the onsite Lead Engineer and provide daily internal progress syncs, while delivering formal weekly milestone reports to offsite executive and corporate leadership.

Job Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of Project Management experience within a manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or heavy industrial engineering environment.
  • Proven track record managing high-velocity document control, reverse-engineering, or CAD drafting deployment initiatives under tight regulatory or corporate deadlines.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate seamlessly between hands-on shop floor assembly teams and high-level corporate executives.
  • Strong proficiency with engineering tracking matrices (Excel/Smartsheet) and exposure to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or CAD file architecture systems.
  • Local to the Portland metro area and available for immediate, full-time onsite deployment.

Preferred Job Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, industrial technology, operations, project management, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
  • PMP, CAPM, or comparable project-management certification.
  • Experience with electromechanical products, electrical schematics, component drawings, assemblies, or manufacturing work instructions.
  • Familiarity with ASME Y14 drawing practices, GD&T, engineering-change processes, and configuration-management principles.
  • Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, Inventor, or similar CAD environments.
  • Experience with PDM or PLM platforms and controlled document-release workflows.
  • Exposure to dimensional inspection, metrology, physical-part verification, or reverse engineering workflows.
  • Experience managing contract engineering or technical staffing teams.
  • Experience with plant transitions, production transfers, legacy-product recovery, or other time-sensitive manufacturing initiatives.
  • Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous-improvement training.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Pay Rate: TBD
  • Location: Salem, OR (Onsite).
  • ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation - from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We're passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
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