Project Engineering Administrator

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Project Engineering Administrator in San Diego, CA.

Summary:
The Project Engineering Administrator, R&D is responsible for end-to-end ownership and execution of R&D change orders in support of new product development, launch readiness, and sustaining production. This role serves as the primary author, owner, and driver of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs, PCOs, and, as applicable, QCOs, DCOs, and TCOs) within our client's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.

The position works closely with Engineering Project Managers (EPMs), R&D and Production teams, and other change requestors to ensure change orders are authored correctly, routed efficiently, actively followed through approval, and completed in alignment with project timelines, regulatory requirements, and manufacturing readiness.

Success in this role is measured by predictable execution, strong cross-functional coordination, and the ability to keep complex changes moving to closure.

Responsibilities:
Change Order Ownership & Execution:
* Serve as the primary owner and author for R&D change orders, including ECOs, PCOs, and occasional QCOs, DCOs, and TCOs, from initiation through final approval and release
* Author, route, monitor, and actively drive change orders through approval, including following up with approvers to resolve delays and ensure timely signatures
* Partner with EPMs and change requestors to align change order content, timing, and approvals with project milestones, launch readiness, and production needs
* Ensure change orders are structured correctly, include all required documentation, and comply with internal procedures and Quality System requirements

Stakeholder Collaboration & Schedule Support:
* Manage and maintain product structures within the PLM system, including bills of materials (BoMs), Device Master Records (DMRs), drawings, labeling specifications, and related configuration items

REQUIREMENTS:
* Two (2) years of higher education or equivalent experience in a technical or engineering-related discipline
* Minimum of 2 years of experience working with PLM systems, including managing product structures and engineering change orders
* Minimum of 2 years of experience in a cross-functional product development environment
* Demonstrated ability to own work end-to-end, prioritize competing requests, and drive closure in deadline-driven environments
* Strong understanding of Design Controls, configuration management, and product lifecycle management within a regulated Quality Management System (QMS)
* Proven ability to collaborate across engineering, quality, manufacturing, regulatory, and supply chain organizations

Preferred Skills:
* B.S. or equivalent degree in an engineering or technical discipline
* Experience supporting FDA-regulated medical device development using processes aligned with ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, and IEC 62304
* Demonstrated success supporting product launch, launch readiness, and sustaining production through disciplined change management
* Strong organizational and communication skills, with confidence engaging senior engineers, EPMs, and functional approvers

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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