Engineering Program Manager - Manufacturing - Framingham, MA

The Engineering Program Manager is responsible for defining, leading, and executing complex technical programs involving chemical processes, electroplating, and advanced metal‑alloy development within a highly hands‑on R&D environment. This role combines direct technical contribution with program ownership, team leadership, and customer‑facing execution from early concept through commercialization. Client DetailsThe organization is a longstanding, high growth materials science company developing next‑generation metal alloys and the processes used to manufacture them. It operates a close‑knit, lab‑focused environment where innovation, scientific rigor, and customer engagement drive product development. DescriptionIn this role you will report directly into the VP of Engineering and be responsible for: Leading end‑to‑end technical program execution for chemistry‑, plating‑, and metallurgical‑focused development programs

Managing a program team of early‑career engineers, setting priorities, assigning work, and driving day‑to‑day execution

Facilitating customer programs from design to testing, analysis, reporting, and final delivery

Working hands‑on in the R&D lab with metal alloys, plating baths, chemical solutions, and characterization methods

Troubleshooting highly technical issues at the materials, grain‑structure, and electrochemical levels

Coordinating cross‑functional work across Engineering, R&D, Operations, and customer teams to ensure program success

Preparing polished updates, technical summaries, and progress reports for customers and senior leadership

Overseeing sample builds, small‑batch trials, plating evaluations, and process development activities

Driving program schedules, risk identification, resource allocation, and milestone achievement

Supporting global commercialization efforts, including periodic international travel ProfileA successful candidate will have: 10-15 years of experience in materials engineering, chemical engineering, or metallurgical science

At least 3 years managing engineering programs

Experience working with metal alloys, electroplating, corrosion science, surface treatments, or related chemical processesBS or MS degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgical Engineering Experience supervising small project teams and guiding early‑career engineers

Experience supporting customer programs, including presenting technical findings and managing expectationsA track record of solving complex, chemistry‑ and materials‑driven technical problems in a lab environment

Experience coordinating design, test, analysis, and process optimization activities

Strong communication skills, with the ability to deliver polished updates to executives and external partners Job OfferThe candidate will receive...Competitive salary and potential for salary growth

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation/sick leave

Opportunities for professional development and career advancementA positive work environment that values collaboration and innovation

Work-life balance and flexible scheduling options

Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources

Engaging and challenging projects that foster skill development

Supportive and inclusive company culture

Networking opportunities within the industry

Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.