Material Handling Engineering Project Manager

Who we are:

EDAG Inc. is a globally leading, independent engineering services provider that combines excellent engineering with the latest technology trends. We are the experts in the all-round development of complete vehicles and smart factories. Our interdisciplinary expertise in the areas of software and digitalization means that we have the crucial skills to actively shape dynamic transformation processes as an innovative partner.

Development with passion. That's us.

With an interdisciplinary team of around 9,000 experts, EDAG develops unique mobility and industrial solutions for customers that include the world's leading automotive and non-automotive companies

This is how you will grow:

The Material Handling Engineering Project Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end planning, engineering, procurement, and implementation of material flow systems within a manufacturing environment.

This role serves as the single point of accountability for delivering integrated material handling solutions across different manufacturing sites, and internal logistics areas. The position combines technical engineering depth with program leadership, ensuring solutions are lean, cost-effective, and aligned with overall manufacturing strategy.

The Project Manager operates in a cross-functional environment, coordinating engineering workstreams, managing suppliers, and driving execution from concept through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Delivery

• Own full lifecycle delivery of material handling systems from concept development through launch and handover
• Act as the primary interface with customer / internal stakeholders, providing clear reporting on progress, risks, and financials
• Lead program governance including:
  • Schedule  management and milestone tracking
  • Budget control and forecasting
  • Risk identification and mitigation
• Ensure alignment with program objectives including lean manufacturing and cost optimization targets

Engineering & Technical Oversight

• Ability to lead and execute development and validation of:
  • Material flow concepts and layouts
  • Facility and equipment requirements
  • Warehousing, kitting, sequencing, and line-side delivery strategies
• Creation and management of the PFEP (Plan for Every Part)
• Ensure integration of material flow into master plant layouts
• Guide engineering teams through:
  • Conceptual  design
  • Detailed AutoCAD layouts
  • Material flow analyses and simulations
  • Readiness and validation activities
• Drive design decisions based on efficiency, throughput, and value-added analysis

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead and coordinate multiple workstreams, including:
  • Material  Flow Engineering
  • Facilities  & Equipment Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering interface
  • Procurement       
• Interface with:
  • Manufacturing  Engineering
  • Production Control / Supply Chain
  • Operations       
  • External system integrators and equipment suppliers
• Ensure seamless integration between product, process, and material flow

This is how you will take us forward: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related)
• ~5–10+  years of experience in:
  • Material  handling systems
  • Manufacturing engineering
  • Industrial engineering or plant launch environments
• Strong  understanding of:
  • Material flow design
  • Line-side delivery, kitting, sequencing, and warehousing
  • Equipment such as conveyors, AGVs/AMRs, and storage systems

Technical Skills

• Experience with layout tools (e.g., AutoCAD or equivalent)
• Familiarity with material flow simulation and throughput analysis
• Strong knowledge of PFEP development and management
• Understanding  of lean manufacturing principles and value stream optimization

Leadership & Execution

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and external suppliers
• Strong project management discipline (schedule, cost, risk control)
• Ability  to operate in fast-paced, evolving program environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills