7+ years of engineering experience in a related field
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Proven success in designing mass-produced products
Experience managing low to moderately complex new product development projects
High engineering aptitude with knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes
Strong understanding of engineering specifications and supplier roles
Excellent problem-solving skills and results-driven mindset
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
Lead and guide engineering teams on complex design projects
Develop and track project schedules, facilitating meetings and presentations
Ensure project completion within budget and timeline
Coordinate planning for low to moderate complexity projects
Frame technical discussions with cross-functional teams
Communicate effectively with international teams and management
Identify and address design and manufacturing challenges
Collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Suppliers to ensure product conformity
Motivate teams to achieve project objectives and maintain focus on cost and performance
Benefits
Collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional development
Exposure to international teams
Engagement in innovative product development
Potential for influence in cross-functional projects
Full Job Description
Job Description:
Project Leader
The Project Leader is responsible for managing multiple low to moderately complex engineering projects with minimal direction. Individuals in this position will provide project management and necessary technical direction to assure successful and timely implementation of projects.
Provides leadership over moderate to highly complex design projects. Gives direction, guidance and engineering expertise to local and global team members. Reviews work of designers, engineers and other project team members. Set goals for the team.
Develops Schedules, agendas, facilitates and documents project meetings. Tracks project schedule to ensure adherence to timelines. Regularly makes presentations of project status.
Responsible for the completion of assigned engineering projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines.
Able to coordinate project planning efforts for low to moderate complexity projects. Identify critical path tasks and project risks with moderate supervision.
Applies a good understanding of the NPD process from conception through product launch. Anticipates engineering deliverables in all phases. Clearly understands the philosophies behind the various NPD phases and is able to objectively determine the maturity level of a design, development process, and use of the CTQ matrix.
Frame up technical tradeoff discussions with Marketing and other cross function team members. Exercise effective scheduling development work to meet overall project milestones.
Ensure effective communication with cross functional international team as well as management team. This includes daily team communications as well as high level project summaries.
Identify possible design/manufacturing hurdles that must be overcome to manufacture product. Effectively scrutinize designs for potential weaknesses and suggest improvements.
Work with Operations, Quality and Suppliers to confirm delivery of conforming products.
Motivate cross functional team to work toward, and accomplish, project objectives. Maintain focus of project team on cost, performance and schedule.
Does not have formal supervisory responsibilities, although will provide input for performance appraisals for Engineering and cross functional project team members.
What TOOLS you'll bring with you:
Minimum 7 years engineering experience in related field.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.
Proven success in past work experience in designing a product that was mass produced.
Experience in managing low to moderately complex new product development projects.
Must possess a high level of engineering aptitude including a broad knowledge of materials and manufacturing process associated Milwaukee Tool products. Solid understanding of part costing methodology.
Good understanding of engineering specifications and the roles of Suppliers, Quality, and Purchasing in delivering conforming parts and assemblies.
Excellent problem identification and resolution skills.
Results driven and deadline orientated. Ability to manage projects to aggressive schedules and results. Ability to handle fast paced, and agile culture. Ability to adapt to constant change and competing priorities.
Thrive in a collaborative work environment. Ability to develop and nurture productive business relationships, and influence and educate internal team members and external suppliers.
Ability to draft comprehensive test plans and specifications.
Basic understanding of 3D CAD, and familiarity with tolerance analysis.
About Milwaukee Electric Tool
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation is a leading manufacturer and marketer of heavy-duty, portable electric power tools and accessories for professional users worldwide. Since its founding in 1924, Milwaukee has focused on a single vision: To produce the best heavy-duty electric power tools and accessories available to the professional user. Today, the Milwaukee name stands for the highest quality, durable and reliable professional tools money can buy.
