Engineering Project Manager /AC

At Latham Pool Products, we create opportunities for backyard dreams by delivering innovation, quality, and sustainability as the leading manufacturer in North America, Australia, and New Zealand. We foster a culture of integrity, collaboration, and respect, offering comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

About the role

As a Project Manager, Value Engineering, you will manage Value Engineering projects within the Auto Covers business unit to ensure on-time delivery and achievement of financial targets. You will lead project funnel-building workshops, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and oversee change management activities while maintaining product quality and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams and manage Value Engineering projects from initiation through completion.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and task assignments.
• Facilitate Daily Management meetings to maintain task and schedule alignment.
• Drive progress against timelines, management priorities, and follow up on team deliverables.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure smooth project implementation and protect product quality and customer value.
• Maintain an up-to-date project dashboard and lead project status update meetings with cross-functional stakeholders and leadership.
• Calculate and report project financial results with accurate, data-supported analysis.
• Organize idea-generation workshops and maintain a strong project pipeline.
• Evaluate proposed ideas for cost savings, commercial viability, operational practicality, and technical feasibility.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses to support data-driven decision-making.
• Serve as project lead and provide hands-on support to fill resource gaps as needed.
• Manage project expenses, prepare capital expenditure requests, and track spending.
• Engage with suppliers, issue purchase orders for engineering samples, and track supplier deliverables.
• Identify, track, and manage project risks and mitigation plans; communicate exposure and escalation needs to leadership.
• Implement countermeasures for timeline delays or savings shortfalls.
• Continuously improve project management processes based on lessons learned.
• Travel up to 10% overnight as required.

Requirements

• 5+ years of engineering project management experience across diverse industries.
• Experience in Value Engineering, supply chain, operations, change management, or related technical disciplines preferred.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in mechanical, material, industrial, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent disciplines; PMP certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with product management, supply chain, manufacturing, customers, and suppliers.
• Energetic, results-driven, and highly focused on execution.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and rigorous with follow-up.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of cross-functional project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Demonstrated accountability, collaboration, and consistent follow-through.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong ability to build and sustain effective cross-functional partnerships.
• Experience with Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes.
• Effective operation as both a strategic project manager and hands-on project leader.
• Creative, analytical problem-solver with an innovative, out-of-the-box mindset.
• Experience with visual project management systems and structured risk management tools.
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to engage in manufacturing environments.
• Proactive in identifying risks, addressing issues, and navigating challenges.
• Proficient in project management and engineering software/tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering field.
• Past working experience as a mechanical engineer preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and FSA plans available
• 401(K) with 50% company match up to 6%
• Paid Time Off – 3 to 5 weeks per year with weekly accruals starting day one
• 11 paid holidays, eligible on day one
• Life/ADD Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability insurance with buy-up options
• Professional Development: Training programs, Tuition Reimbursement, and growth opportunities

Pay

Salary Range: $75,000–$120,000/year. Starting pay varies based on location, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Bonus: MIB-Tier 3–10%.

Schedule

Full-time, on-site position located in Lindon, Utah.