Project Manager, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer

Job Title:

Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead and manage various automation projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating project charters, reviewing system configurations, and ensuring alignment with the project scope. You will also be tasked with developing instructions for the project team, conducting customer kickoff meetings, and managing project schedules and budgets.

Responsibilities

+ Create project charters and execution plans with input from the lead project engineer.

+ Review system configurations with the Application Engineer and Lead Project Engineer to ensure alignment with project scope.

+ Develop and communicate changing instructions for hours and expenses for the project team.

+ Conduct customer kickoff meetings and internal kickoff meetings with key individuals.

+ Facilitate Function Specification with assistance from the project team.

+ Manage all project issues, whether technical or financial.

+ Update project schedules and conduct monthly project status meetings.

+ Manage and report on schedule and budget with actuals and forecasts to business management.

+ Initiate all phases of the project according to the schedule, including hardware design, drafting, purchasing, manufacturing, and testing.

+ Conduct and lead regular customer status meetings through the design and commissioning process.

+ Coordinate and develop Factory Acceptance Test Plan documents with the team.

+ Lead customers through the Formal Customer Factory Test.

Essential Skills

+ 3+ years of previous project management experience in industrial/automation, plant maintenance, and plant engineering.

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Experience with Electrical Engineered systems/solutions engineered orders.

+ Understanding of electrical schematics and complex Capital Projects experience.

+ Experience in mechanical, hydraulic, and installation documentation.

+ Proven leadership skills in team management and individual management.

+ Strong understanding of customer relationships and project interaction.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Aptitude in electrical and mechanical devices pertaining to metals industry automation.

+ Basic proficiency in PLC programming, HMI systems, and automation techniques.

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Experience with electrical construction.

+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.

Work Environment

The role is based in an office environment, with rare visits to the shop floor. Onsite work is required five days a week. The position involves managing multiple projects, typically ranging from $50,000 to $5,000,000, with a team size of 4-6 people. The job requires travel of 15-20%, increasing towards the end of projects. Company vehicles or car rental and mileage reimbursement are available.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eastlake, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eastlake,OH.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 15, 2026.

About Actalent

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