Product Development Project Specialist

Product Development Project Specialist

The Product Development Project Specialist supports the coordination and execution of product development projects and programs. This role works closely with Project and Program Managers to ensure logistical clarity, timely deliverables, and effective communication across internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate logistics such as meetings, workshops, and group sessions under the direction of leadership.
• Track project and program performance against plans, including scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Support development of communication and reporting deliverables.
• Liaise with vendors and partners to ensure timely and accurate delivery of contracted services.
• Maintain detailed project plans, resources, schedules, and budgets.
• Facilitate alignment and scheduling between client and internal teams.
• Organize status update communications for client teams.
• Contribute to lessons learned activities at project or program closure.

Essential Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a product development-related discipline or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong project management skills and understanding of related processes.
• Familiarity with design and document controls, design verification, and validation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and work under timelines.
• Comfortable working in cross-functional teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in MedTech or regulated product development environments.
• Good knowledge of medical device development strategy standards.
• Exposure to client-facing project coordination.
• Working knowledge of timeline management tools such as SmartSheet, Microsoft Project, etc.

Work Environment:

Office environment. The company offers a growing and dynamic work environment within a beautiful facility in Providence. Occasional travel may be required.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Permanent position based out of Providence, RI.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $66000.00 - $95000.00/yr. Company benefits 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 hybrid position in Providence, RI.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025.

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 due to a disability, please email acta Lentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.