Engineering Project Manager

Job Description:

The Project Manager II will manage, plan and drive the execution of product development projects from initiation to launch. They will focus on ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet defined objectives. This role requires leadership, technical and business acumen, and proficiency in project management methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Manages assigned projects or sub tasks that drive new products and solutions.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Proactively identify project risks and establish effective mitigation strategies to ensure seamless project execution and adherence to timelines.
• Oversee quality assurance processes throughout the product development lifecycle to ensure deliverables meet defined standards.
• Direct and coordinate activities for the project team and project specific resources through cross function project meetings.
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders, keeping them informed of project progress and issues.
• Identify opportunities to optimize and improve efficiency the product development process.
• Deliver regular project progress updates to Director of Project Management.

Requirements:

• BS degree in Engineering or related field and/or related experience
• 3-5 years of project management experience.
• PMP, PMI, Prince2 certification, or Industry equivalent experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with manufacturing processes, Sheet metal cutting/forming, HVAC system design, new product development preferred.
• Experience with stage gate, phase driven and AGILE product/solution development processes.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams, influence stakeholders, and resolve conflicts.
• Experienced in Microsoft Office, MS project, SAP, and other enterprise software platforms.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on concurrent projects and activities.

Essential Mental Functions:

• Communicates effectively in written and spoken form.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal relationship skills.
• Exhibits good decision making and analytical problem solving abilities.
• Demonstrates strong multi-tasking capabilities and organizational skills.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Works effectively in a fast-paced high-pressure environment.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Lift up to 50lbs.
• Sit or stand for up to 95 percent of work hours.
• Periodic visits to the manufacturing facility with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure.

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

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