Role: Product Engineering Manager – Softgoods
Location: Boulder, CO (Onsite)
Contract - C2C/W2/1099
Role Overview:
Lead cross-functional development of Soft-goods products from concept through prototype completion. Own build execution, schedules, material readiness, vendor coordination, and risk management to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery. Operate at the intersection of engineering, operations, and supply chain in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Build & Development Execution
- Own development schedules, build matrices, BOMs, and entry/exit criteria
- Ensure readiness of materials, tooling, documentation, and resources
- Drive timely execution of prototype and development builds
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Lead regular project reviews with PD, DE, Test, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain
- Align stakeholders on scope, milestones, risks, and deliverables
Materials & Supply Chain
- Track sourcing, lead times, MIH/TIH status
- Ensure material availability for builds
- Manage development inventory and consumables
Vendor & Financial Management
- Manage vendor quotes, POs, invoicing, and cost tracking
- Act as primary liaison between engineering and manufacturing partners
Prototype Logistics
- Oversee shipment tracking, serial number management, and packaging readiness
Issue & Risk Management
- Drive resolution of engineering, quality, and supply chain issues
- Escalate risks and align mitigation plans
- Maintain clear documentation of decisions and status
OEM & Facility Coordination
- Align execution with OEM partners
- Resolve facility-related build issues and ensure infrastructure readiness
Inventory & Compliance
- Ensure secure handling, storage, and disposal of materials
Qualifications:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 5–8 years in program/project management
- Experience delivering complex consumer product development programs
Preferred
- Background in softgoods (textiles, sewn assemblies)
- Experience with cross-functional engineering teams
- Familiarity with EVT/DVT/PVT build phases
- Experience with global OEMs and vendors
Core Competencies
- Program execution and ownership
- Cross-functional leadership
- Supply chain and material planning
- Vendor and cost management
- Risk and issue resolution
