Engineering Project Manager at Mezzo Technologies in Baton Rouge, LA

Apply Job Type Full-time Description About Us Mezzo Technologies is a dynamic and rapidly growing company committed to operational excellence, financial performance, and continuous improvement. We specialize in advanced thermal management solutions, partnering with industry leaders in aerospace, defense, energy, and high-performance motorsports to solve some of the most complex engineering challenges in the world today. At Mezzo, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and results-driven execution. Our team thrives in a high-impact environment where cross-functional partnerships and data-driven decision-making are key to our success. Job Summary As an Engineering Project Manager, you will manage a small, high-performing team of 2-4 engineers through the full product development cycle – from design and prototyping to production and delivery – of Mezzo micro-tube heat exchangers. Acting as a key technical and strategic leader within the engineering team, you will foster innovation, promote cross-functional collaboration, and manage all aspects of project planning and risk mitigation. Requirements Key Responsibilities · Collaborate with colleagues in mechanical design and technical leadership roles to effectively oversee projects in the face of both programmatic and technical challenges · Manage project scope, costs, and schedules to deliver on-time and on-budget projects · Ensure timely execution of project tasks and deliverables throughout project durations · Identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor technical and programmatic risks throughout project durations · Provide programmatic oversight during hardware manufacturing and assembly phases · Communicate with customers to ensure alignment with project objectives and client satisfaction · Engage in the bid and proposal process, estimating resources to ensure successful project scope · Support senior management in identifying resources to support product development initiatives · Work closely with the Engineering Director to coordinate engineering resources · Stay abreast of the latest technologies and methods to maintain a competitive edge Basic Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical or aerospace preferred) · 5+ years professional experience in project management Preferred Skills and Experience · Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to engage with mechanical engineers and analysts · Experience bringing teams and processes from development to production · Ability to read and understand drawings, schematics, and technical specifications · Working knowledge of manufacturing processes · Excellent technical reasoning and problem-solving skills · Excellent oral and written communication skills · Strong organizational and leadership skills What We Offer At Mezzo Technologies, we believe that our people are our most valuable asset. We offer a competitive compensation package, and a workplace culture built around innovation, accountability, and growth. Our benefits include Competitive salary and performance-based salary increases Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance Access to vision coverage through our benefits provider 401(k) plan with company match Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays A fast-paced, collaborative work environment in a high-tech, high-growth industry Flexible 9/80 work schedule, with every other Friday off, promoting a healthy work-life balance A casual, down-to-earth work environment – no khakis required This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability