Project Engineer

Hilite International•Whitehall, MI

16d

About The Position

A project engineer works with multiple departments to ensure all aspects of a project are carried out according to internal standards. The project engineer ensures all work is accomplished according to schedule, the partnering departments and teams are completing their assignments according to schedule, the budget is allocated for, and the expenditures are accounted for. This role is supportive of programs with a Program Manager and contributes oversight of projects, evaluating and supporting the cost impact of engineering changes and scope modifications.

Requirements

Ability to work as part of a team.
Strong oral and written communication.
Ability to build collaborative relationships.
Ability to identify and seek needed information.
Technical expertise.
Mathematical skills.
Project scheduling skills.
Program coordination skills and execution capabilities.
Strong sense of accountability.
Ability to develop innovative solutions to solve project related issues.

Responsibilities

Support Program Manager in executing program from award through production launch.
Track milestones and ensure alignment with program timing.
Ensure compliance with customer specifications and internal engineering standards.
Developing, maintaining, analyzing and monitoring project plans, project schedules, work hours, budgets, and expenditures.
Drive a cross-functional team to complete plant wide projects while ensuring project team adheres to provided timelines and deliverables.
Ensuring documentation is maintained throughout the length of the project while ensuring standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance.
Solving any issues that may arise during the project.
Building and maintaining relationships with multiple teams.
Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants.
Preparing necessary presentation materials for meetings.
Providing administrative support as needed.
Evaluate cost impacts of design or process changes.
Perform other duties as assigned or required by Management.