Engineering Project Manager

The Engineering Project Manager is an organized, detail-oriented self-starter who leads cross-functional capital projects that support furthering the automation of the production process, maintaining and improving facilities, and enabling additional product lines. This position will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, supply chain, and vendors, to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Manage multiple engineering capital projects simultaneously from conception to completion, including defining project scope, schedules, and budgets, identifying resources, managing project risks, and ensuring deliverables meet business goals.


• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and technical requirements, identify project risks and dependencies, and develop project plans that align with business objectives and technical requirements.


• Provide project status updates and manage stakeholder expectations by communicating project progress, milestones, and risks.


• Provide technical expertise to identify, evaluate, and implement new technologies and processes that improve production efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.


• Ensure all projects comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.


• Manage project budgets and ensure costs are managed within budget.


• Manage project documentation, including project plans, technical specifications, and project reports.


• Drive strong communication between corporate and fulfillment centers to gain buy-in and alignment on initiatives.


• Demonstrates a willingness to work flexible hours and travel frequently to fulfillment centers to provide regular on-site support, guidance, and drive accountability, while also developing strong relationships with site teams and local stakeholders.

This position requires up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• Completion of a four-year degree program in a related field: Engineering (Ideally in chemical, industrial, or mechanical) 


• Minimum of 2 years of managing projects and resources with $100k or greater scope in a fast-paced environment


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in production/operational environments Interpersonal skills to work with team members across functions and in both production and corporate environments


• Analytical proficiency to meet variable needs of the business


• Ability to think “outside-the-box” 


• Ability to react on the fly to unforeseen production and planning scenarios as they arise


• Computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, PowerPoint)


• Strong ability to track details and to keep track of projectsExcellent written and verbal communication skills


• Results-oriented attitude; able to multitask and get things done Willingness to embrace change and adjust quickly in a fast-paced environment


• Proficiency in CAD software, such as AutoCAD, is required

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