Product Engineering - Project Engineer 4

Product Engineering - Project Engineer 4Job#: 3058595Job Description:Project Engineer Location: Warren, Michigan (Hybrid)Role OverviewThis organization is seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to plan, direct, and coordinate activities across complex engineering-based projects. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, Containerization, Logistics, and manufacturing plants to facilitate critical supply issues and business transfers. This role is vital for managing short-term capacity issues and developing proactive strategies to ensure seamless operational continuity.Key ResponsibilitiesFunction as a primary liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and suppliers to resolve technical and delivery issues.Coordinate projects, develop detailed plans, and manage project budgets, timelines, and scope.Determine the root causes of supplier delivery problems and implement effective, timely resolutions.Support and lead conference calls addressing business transfers and critical supply chain constraints.Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demand to assess project feasibility.Improve supplier delivery performance by identifying process improvements and lead-time reduction opportunities.Exchange critical information regularly with internal team members and external supplier facilities.Lead and support proactive and predictive strategy vision, participating in projects to develop these forward-looking practices.Required QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, supply chain, finance, or a related technical field.Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, manufacturing, logistics, or product development. Experience must include spontaneous domestic and international travel to supplier locations up to 75% of the time, and candidates must possess a valid passport.Technical Skills: Proven project management expertise, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency with computer software such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, and Visio.Preferred Qualifications8-10 years of professional engineering experience.PMI or PMP certification.5+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing operations, with specific experience in die casting or machining operations.Broad understanding of manufacturing processes, including material handling, inventory management, OEE, capacity, and throughput.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex cases with a high level of autonomy and accountability for results.Excellent communication, command, and interpersonal skills to build relationships across various organizational levels.Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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