Lead Project Engineer

Kansas, 14741 W 106th St, Lenexa, KS 66215, USA

We are looking for an experienced and driven project engineers to work within the Mi-Jack RTG Product engineering team!

Who we are:

The most complete lifting company in the world, Lanco represents four iconic, world-class heavy equipment manufacturers, mobile crane dealerships across US and Canada, the largest parts and service network in North America, and factory-authorized technician training. In this role, you will support Mi-Jack Products, Inc. Established in 1954, Mi-Jack Products is recognized as an industry leader and innovator in Travelift and Translift Rubber Tired Gantry crane manufacturing, sales, service, and support.

Mi-Jack is also the industry leader in providing maintenance services, inspections, repairs and parts for the railroad, port and industrial equipment end-users. By designing and engineering maintainable solutions that can integrate into daily operations without missing a beat, we provide our customers with reliable, safe, and efficient solutions. From the engineering department to the manufacturing floor, we are committed to providing a superior product and an unsurpassed customer experience.

As a Lead Project Engineer
, you will take ownership of engineering programs from concept to completion, coordinating project plans, technical deliverables, and cross‑functional communication to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery. This role focuses on strategic project execution, team alignment, and effective reporting while upholding Lanco’s standards of quality, innovation, and collaboration.

You’ll lead engineering efforts across multiple systems and departments, working closely with design, manufacturing, and customer‑facing teams to deliver products that exceed performance expectations. This role combines project leadership, engineering coordination, and technical communication in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

• Project Planning & Execution
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  Establish and manage the project plan, using the Lanco Development Process (LDP) to guide successful program execution from kickoff through delivery.
• Team Leadership
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  Structure and lead cross‑functional project teams, clearly communicating objectives, deliverables, and status updates. Act as the key liaison between engineering, leadership, and stakeholders.
• Budget & Resource Management
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  Develop and maintain detailed budgets and forecasts, including labor, materials, and outsourced services. Justify resources and align spending with project goals.
• Technical Oversight
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  Define and coordinate project requirements in partnership with the Chief Engineer. Guide performance and functionality improvements across system designs.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
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  Partner with marketing, engineering, and customers to align machine system requirements and ensure end‑user satisfaction. Facilitate compatibility across subsystems.
• Industry Awareness
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  Stay informed on emerging trends and best practices in machinery and engineering through continued professional development and industry engagement.
• Communication & Reporting
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  Deliver weekly project updates, track KPIs, and communicate risks and milestones to the Chief Engineer and cross‑functional leadership.

• Ensure compliance in all safety, health, and environmental regulations, policies, and procedures for a goal of zero incidents and injuries
• Communicate consistently on all activities to appropriate individuals (both internal and external)
• Maintain ongoing communication and adhere to all Company wide policies to eliminate and/or reduce exposure to liability
• Special projects or work as assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

A detail-oriented and results-driven engineering leader with strong project management instincts and a collaborative approach. You should be able to manage multiple complex development efforts while motivating cross‑functional teams…