Product Manager

Job Description: Product Manager

The Product Manager will lead product definition, requirements, and business cases for new engineered products in a high-mix machining environment. This role involves partnering with engineering teams to ensure manufacturability, coordinating prototypes, supporting DFMA efforts, and driving cost and quality improvements. The position also includes pricing strategy development, supplier evaluation, and providing technical support to internal teams and customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop product requirements, specifications, and business cases.

• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing for smooth product launch.

• Coordinate prototype testing and validation.

• Support cost estimating and DFMA initiatives.

• Manage supplier sourcing and cost-down projects.

• Monitor product performance and quality metrics.

• Provide product training and sales tools.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).

• 3-5 years of experience in product management, cost estimating, or machining-related roles.

• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.

• Experience with CAD/CAM, ERP systems, GD&T, and blueprint reading.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and DFMA principles.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Carol Stream, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

pto, health/dental/vision, 401k

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carol Stream,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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