Engineering Project Manager - Material Handling Equipment

Novolex•,

10d•$135,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Novolex is seeking a self-starter and well-organized Engineering Project Manager to join their cost-focused team. This role drives sustainable savings through change management and full-cycle project execution, from inception to post-project analysis. The Engineering Project Manager will be a subject matter expert in mobile and material handling equipment, including forklifts, batteries, chargers, and emerging technologies, developing network-wide strategies focused on lowest cost of ownership and energy efficiency.

Requirements

BS degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
5–10 years of experience in multi-facility distribution operations
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross-disciplinary teams
High analytical ability; skilled in data analysis and clear communication (written and verbal)
Ability to create, view, and interpret CAD drawings

Nice To Haves

Experience with various types of material handling equipment and storage/retrieval systems
Familiarity with SAP for project management
Background in warehouse data analytics and telemetry systems

Responsibilities

Research, recommend, and specify material handling solutions for various applications across manufacturing and warehousing logistics.
Develop and execute replacement strategies, budgets, project plans, and timelines.
Stay current on mobile equipment trends, battery technologies (Lithium, Fast Charge, Opportunity Charge, etc.), and energy consumption strategies.
Lead initiatives such as propane-to-electric lift conversions, electric yard spotters, and green energy credit programs.
Implement telemetry systems to optimize mobile equipment usage and performance.
Analyze maintenance and repair trends with vendors and operations leaders to identify cost-saving solutions.
Create business cases and capital acquisition requests for equipment purchases or leases.
Manage projects and assets using SAP.
Collaborate with Procurement on equipment purchasing, scheduling, and setup.
Serve as a liaison between Manufacturing, Distribution Operations, Engineering, IT, and external solution providers.
Recommend new warehouse/distribution center technologies based on operational needs.
Communicate effectively with Engineering and Operations leadership.
Provide technical troubleshooting and ongoing support.
Offer insights into processes affecting direct and indirect operating costs.
Uphold and promote customer’s corporate safety standards.