Engineering Change Management Specialist

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?Below are some details about the position:

• BENEFITS: YES

• PAY: $38-40an hour depending on experience

• SCHEDULE: Hybrid so North Reading, MA is preferred although work can be done remotely. Travel up to 15% may be required (occasional on-site or supplier interactions as needed). Standard weekday schedule.

• DURATION: 7 month contract with potential for extension or conversion

Job Description

This role supports end-to-end engineering change management for complex electromechanical systems transitioning from pilot to full-scale production. The Engineering Change Management Specialist ensures design changes are properly documented, reviewed, approved, and implemented across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, compliance, and field operations.

The position manages Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) within a PLM system, validates BOM structures and revision integrity, coordinates cross-functional reviews, and supports formal Change Control Board (CCB) processes. This role partners closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, compliance, and field teams to maintain speed, quality, and regulatory alignment throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full ECO lifecycle within a PLM system, ensuring accurate documentation, review, approval, and release

• Review and validate ECO documentation, affected items, BOM structures, AML accuracy, and revision control

• Coordinate cross-functional reviews with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Compliance, Finance, and Field Operations

• Support Change Control Boards (CCBs) by preparing change impact assessments related to cost, lead time, inventory, and field deployment

• Ensure engineering changes are implemented consistently across manufacturing, suppliers, and field operations

• Maintain data integrity across PLM, CAD, and related systems

• Monitor change cycle times and support continuous process improvement

• Support material, regulatory, and regional compliance documentation as part of the change process

MUST HAVES:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience)

• 5-7+ years of experience in engineering change management, configuration management, or product data management

• Experience supporting electromechanical products, including mechanical assemblies, PCBAs, cable assemblies, and integrated systems

• Strong understanding of ECO/ECR/ECN workflows, BOM management, and revision control processes.

• Experience with BOM structures, Buy-Level Traceability (BLT), and multi-level assembly change management

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, sheet metal, PCBA, cable assemblies, electromechanical assemblies) sufficient to assess change impacts

• Experience coordinating with Supply Chain, Materials Compliance, and Regulatory Compliance teams during change review processes

• Understanding of material compliance requirements (RoHS, REACH) and regulatory compliance documentation

• Strong understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing standards

• Strong written communication skills for technical documentation

• Experience with disposition management (Use As-Is, Rework, Scrap) and inventory impact analysis

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and data tracking/reporting tools

• Experience with PLM systems (Agile PLM or equivalent such as Teamcenter, Windchill, Enovia)

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS:

• Direct experience with Oracle Agile PLM

• Experience with SolidWorks or Dassault 3DExperience CAD/PDM integration with PLM

• Familiarity with regional compliance requirements (CE marking, UL/CSA, IEC standards) for multi-region product deployment

• Experience with SREA (Supplier Requested Engineering Assistance) or equivalent supplier change request processes

• Knowledge of Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) frameworks

• Experience in robotics, automation, or high-volume electromechanical product environments

• Experience with engineering project management tools (JIRA, Confluence, or other Agile tools)

• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle EBS) and understanding of PLM-to-ERP data flow

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of North Reading, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.80 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.