At GME, we design, engineer and manufacture communication and emergency response technologies trusted by Australians every day.
From market-leading UHF CB radios to Emergency Beacon products used in critical search and rescue operations, our products are built to perform when reliability matters most. Proudly Australian-owned and manufacturing locally for more than 65 years, we're continuing to invest in innovative technologies and the people who bring them to life.
Why join GME?
Work on products that genuinely make a difference and help save lives
Lead the delivery of products from concept through to production
Collaborate with experienced Electronics, Firmware, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering teams
Join an Australian technology manufacturer with a proud history of innovation and local design capability
Influence the development of next-generation communications and emergency response technologies
Work in an environment where engineering and manufacturing operate side-by-side
Competitive remuneration, career development opportunities and a supportive team culture
Job Description
We're looking for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join our Engineering PMO and drive the delivery of complex new product development programs.
This role is responsible for driving projects through the entire product development lifecycle, from concept and design through to testing, manufacturing and product launch.
Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you'll coordinate multiple workstreams, manage project risk and ensure projects achieve key technical, commercial and delivery objectives.
Success in this role requires someone who understands engineering product development, can effectively engage technical teams and know how to balance scope, schedule, cost, and quality in a highly regulated environment.
What you'll be doing
Lead end-to-end delivery of new product development projects from concept through to production release
Drive project planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource management activities
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across Electronics, Firmware, Mechanical, Manufacturing and Product functions
Facilitate design reviews, project milestone reviews and governance activities
Identify project risks, dependencies and delivery challenges before they impact project outcomes
Monitor project performance against scope, schedule, cost and quality targets
Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure technical activities remain aligned with project objectives
Manage stakeholder expectations through effective communication and reporting
Support the transition of products from development into manufacturing and production
Contribute to the continuous improvement of project delivery frameworks, processes and tools
Desired Skills and Experience
What we're looking for
You'll be an organised and commercially minded project leader who enjoys working in highly collaborative engineering environments.
You'll ideally bring:
Experience delivering complex engineering or new product development projects
Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience leading cross-functional teams in technical environments
Strong problem-solving capability and a practical approach to project delivery
The ability to balance technical, commercial and operational priorities
Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously
Experience that will set you apart
Experience in one or more of the following industries will be highly regarded:
Consumer electronics
Telecommunications and RF technologies
Electronics manufacturing
Industrial technology products
Defence or mission-critical communications
Hardware-based product development environments
You will also have experience with:
Stage-Gate, Agile, Waterfall or hybrid project delivery methodologies
Risk management, resource planning and project governance
Quality management systems, including ISO9001
Working across engineering, manufacturing and supply chain functions
Qualifications
Degree in Engineering, Project Management or a related technical discipline
PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP or equivalent project management certification
Ability to obtain and maintain an NV1 Security Clearance
Ready to make an impact?
If you're passionate about bringing innovative technology products to market and enjoy leading teams through complex engineering challenges, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help shape the future of communications and emergency response technology at GME!
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