Entry Level Product Development Engineer Jobs in Tempe, AZ

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Join the Maverick Power Team!

At Maverick Power, we don’t just build power distribution solutions—we redefine industry standards. Recognized on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list as #16 in the U.S., #2 in Manufacturing, and #1 in Texas, we are committed to driving innovation, quality, and speed. With multiple manufacturing facilities across North Texas and Phoenix, we are expanding rapidly and looking for top talent to grow with us

If you are ready to be part of a high-energy, solutions-driven team where your work makes an impact, Maverick Power is the place for you.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential!
• Paid Time Off, 401K Matching, Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits!
• High-growth organization with advancement opportunities!
• Diverse, Collaborative, & Fun Work Environment!

About the Role:

Maverick Power is seeking a motivated and organized R&D Engineering Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in bringing new electrical power products from concept to market. This role combines project leadership, business acumen, and technical coordination to ensure the successful execution of Maverick Power’s innovation roadmap. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple projects, and collaborates effectively across the engineering, operations, marketing and sales teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management
  • 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
• Process & Reporting
  • 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
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • 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)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or other related fields
• Minimum of 1-3 years 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 Qualifications:

• 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

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing on the manufacturing floor and sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to twenty-five pounds at times.

Work Environment:
May work in various settings at the Maverick Power facilities, in offices, in multiple shops, and in commercial buildings. Maintaining the same position or posture while performing tasks and sitting for prolonged periods. The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.

EEO/AAP Statement
We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. Maverick Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.