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The Senior Engineering Manager drives innovation across new product development (NPD) and R&D initiatives ensuring robust support of the installed product base through Sustaining Engineering and ...

The Senior Engineering Manager drives innovation across new product development (NPD) and R&D initiatives ensuring robust support of the installed product base through Sustaining Engineering and ...

With a strong commitment to engineering excellence, quality, and continuous innovation, Methode ... Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and other cross‑functional teams to ensure successful product ...

Manager, Product Engineering

Chicago, IL · On-site

$134K - $223K/yr

This position reports to the Senior Manager, CIM, Product Engineering . Location This role is a hybrid role located at Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago, 2 days per week. We will also consider ...

This position works closely with Product Management, Operations, Quality, Sales, Marketing, Sourcing, and Senior Leadership to ensure successful execution of business objectives and engineering ...

Engineering Manager

Endicott, NY · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

This position works closely with Product Management, Operations, Quality, Sales, Marketing, Sourcing, and Senior Leadership to ensure successful execution of business objectives and engineering ...

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How much do product engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for product engineering manager in the United States is $167,480.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $167,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a product engineering manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a product development cycle?

Product Engineering Managers play a pivotal role in bridging engineering, product management, and design teams throughout the product development cycle. They facilitate clear communication, align technical objectives with business goals, and ensure that timelines and quality standards are met. Regularly, they participate in sprint planning, design reviews, and cross-team standups, helping to resolve technical blockers and prioritize tasks. This collaborative approach ensures that the final product meets both user needs and technical feasibility while fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a product engineering manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Product Engineering Manager, you need a strong background in engineering principles, product development lifecycle, and leadership, often supported by a degree in engineering or computer science and relevant management experience. Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana), version control systems (e.g., Git), and agile methodologies is typically required. Outstanding communication, problem-solving abilities, and team-building skills are crucial for motivating engineers and aligning cross-functional teams. These skills are essential to drive product innovation, meet business goals, and ensure efficient delivery of high-quality products.

What is the difference between Product Engineering Manager vs Software Development Manager?

AspectProduct Engineering ManagerSoftware Development Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees product development, aligns engineering with product goals, manages cross-functional teamsManages software development teams, focuses on project delivery, coding standards, and technical execution
Required SkillsProduct lifecycle knowledge, technical expertise, leadership, communicationSoftware engineering skills, project management, team leadership, coding experience
Work EnvironmentCollaborates closely with product managers, designers, and engineering teamsWorks primarily with software developers, QA, and project stakeholders

The Product Engineering Manager focuses on integrating product strategy with engineering execution, ensuring the product meets customer needs. In contrast, the Software Development Manager emphasizes managing software projects and teams to deliver high-quality code efficiently. Both roles require technical background and leadership skills but differ in their primary focus and collaboration scope.

What does a product engineering manager do?

A product engineering manager oversees the development and delivery of products by coordinating engineering teams, managing project timelines, and ensuring technical quality. They collaborate with product managers, prioritize features, and often have expertise in software development, project management, and leadership skills. Their role involves balancing technical innovation with business goals to create effective products.

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Infographic showing various Product Engineering Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $167,480 per year, or $80.5 per hour.

Product Testing and Engineering Manager

Lagrange, GA • On-site

Mauser Packaging Solutions
Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

$152K - $157K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


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Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description


The Product Engineering Manager will function as a team leader/manager/mentor in the design, development, and introduction of new rigid plastic packaging products and changes to existing products from initial concepts through development and testing to product launch. Key activities will include leading engineering teams in the development of product concepts and idea generation, 3D and 2D CAD design, Design and Process FMEA's, FEA analysis, pre-production trials, laboratory package testing, and generation of Product Specifications for both Sales and Manufacturing.
The Product Engineering Manager will be responsible for ensuring that Mauser's rigid plastic packaging products meet all applicable regulatory requirements. These include, but are not limited to, global plastics recycling and recycled content mandates, global food-contact requirements, UN Hazmat packaging requirements, and child-resistant senior friendly protocols. The Product Engineering Manager will also provide customer guidance on the chemical compatibility of their products with our packaging materials.
The Product Engineering Manager will work with other members of the Mauser Engineering team including Materials, Process, Tooling, Automation, and Project Engineering to help administer, coordinate, and manage the launch of new products through the Engineering and Development process. The position will also require interfacing with Customers and Sales to discuss market needs and develop product concepts.
Responsibilities:
  • Designs and develops concepts for new plastic packaging to meet customer, sales, and operational objectives.
  • Ensures that product designs are manufacturable, ergonomic, and fit for intended use.
  • Defines, plans, and monitors costs and technical performance for major product developments and/or core engineering projects or multiple projects. Implements on-going project status reviews using project management tools and engineering systems.
  • Provides team direction on technical priorities or design alternatives for projects within the project scope. Acts as the primary technical contact on team for product performance and as an advisor to engineering or business unit leadership. Represents the organization as the technical liaison in providing solutions to customer problems.
  • Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external customers and assures customer needs are identified and addressed.
  • Plans, coordinates, and manages the testing of products throughout the design process to troubleshoot any potential problems.
  • Implements and maintains consistent engineering practices, standards, and documentation procedures and reporting systems (e.g. structured product development processes and gate reviews; engineering change flow down; knowledge databases). Takes appropriate steps to protect and safeguard intellectual property.
  • Develops and analyzes the operating budget for new product development; projects and plans for future needs (e.g. workforce planning; introduction of new technologies). Monitors conformance to contractual, regulatory, and cost elements. Provides cost input for business proposals.
  • Compiles engineering cost data and identifies opportunities for process improvements to reduce product costs or improve productivity. Provides feedback to the team on performance to engineering cost targets.
  • Works with business development and program management to identify new business opportunities, present company product capabilities, and clarify customers' technical requirements.
  • Identifies and creates technical training and development plans. Mentors or serves as a resource to share specialized knowledge with others. Maintains leadership and technical capabilities through continued education or training.

Requirements:
  • BS in Engineering or related field
  • 10-15 years of Product Design, Product/Project Management or related experience with a demonstrated history of increasing responsibility and team leadership in a plastics manufacturing environment.
  • Background should include plastic packaging experience in a high-volume, low-margin manufacturing environment.
  • 3D/2D CAD proficiency: Solid Edge, Solid Works, Pro-E, etc., Experience with Siemens SolidEdge preferred.
  • Experienced with ANSI drafting/drawing standards.
  • Thorough understanding of plastics processing (injection molding, blow molding, machine operations, mold design).
  • Experience with Lean/Six Sigma processes and Continuous Improvement principles.
  • Strong background in plastics packaging regulations (recycling, food-contact, UN hazmat).
  • Prior experience with managing new product introductions in a manufacturing environment.
  • Good written and oral skills. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Adept with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Travel: 15-20%.
  • Able to work with all levels of customers, managers, and employees in a cooperative manner.
  • Willing to roll up sleeves and work alongside others with a "Let's get it done" attitude.
  • This position is based in our LaGrange, GA facility. Remote work is not available for this role.

About Us
Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?
Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.
Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.
At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that's always striving to innovate and serve customers better-and help them be better stewards of the environment.
Whether you're a seasoned professional-or just beginning your career-there's a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!
Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Mauser Packaging Solutions is a global leader in solutions and services across the packaging lifecycle, providing packaging worldwide to companies in industries from food, personal care, paints and chemicals.

Industry

Plastics and rubber products manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Oak Brook, IL, US

Year founded

2018

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