Project Engineer

The energy at our company is contagious. We're driven by our immense passion, as we constantly seek out challenges and identify new opportunities. We work hard to connect with our customers and earn their loyalty for life. Bring your talent to our company - our opportunities for growth span the globe. We will give you the training and opportunities to unleash your ambition. Design & Release Engineering – Exterior Lighting Components Position will be responsible for design and release engineering of exterior lighting components. This may include upfront design and development and/or program launch/current product continuous improvement execution. This person will be responsible for managing design and development of their components and working cross functionally with multiple other teams (studio/program team/purchasing/supplier quality/supplier/manufacturing/etc). They will own and manage their parts list and will work to meet all development milestones on time and with quality. They will lead root cause analysis and problem resolution of issues that range from warranty to assembly plant issues. This person will be responsible for leading a PDT (Product Development Team) to drive issue resolution, quality improvement, cost reduction and design optimization. Summary The main function of a project engineer is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities across engineering-based projects. A typical project engineer is responsible for project design, scope management, cost control, quality, and performance reporting. Job Responsibilities Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities. Develop, track and manage project budget, project plans, timelines, and scope. Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients. May recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence. Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects. Manage project resources including procuring project staff, developing, motivating, coaching, and advising. Partner closely with other members of functional project teams to define business requirements. Develop product rollout plans and procedures. Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses. Ensure appropriate project management processes are being utilized. Skills Proven project management experience. People management and team building skills. Demonstrated ability to be flexible/ adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing priorities. Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and theory. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organization. Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles engineering and business functions. Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time. Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods. Basic knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field. PMI or PMP certification preferred. 5-7 years of experience required. Benefits Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program) Vision Personal Time Off (PTO) Program Long Term Disability (100% paid) Life Insurance (100% paid) 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match #J-18808-Ljbffr FastTek Global