[Hiring] Engineering Project Manager @Premier Staffing Solution

Role Description

You will be part of a cost-focused team that drives sustainable savings through change management and full-cycle project execution. From inception to post-project analysis and lessons learned. As an Engineering Project Manager, you will be a subject matter expert in mobile and material handling equipment, including forklifts, batteries, chargers, and emerging technologies. You will develop network-wide strategies focused on lowest cost of ownership and energy efficiency.

What You will Do

• Research, recommend, and specify material handling solutions for various applications across manufacturing and warehousing logistics.
• Develop and execute replacement strategies, budgets, project plans, and timelines.
• Stay current on mobile equipment trends, battery technologies (Lithium, Fast Charge, Opportunity Charge, etc.), and energy consumption strategies.
• Lead initiatives such as propane-to-electric lift conversions, electric yard spotters, and green energy credit programs.
• Implement telemetry systems to optimize mobile equipment usage and performance.
• Analyze maintenance and repair trends with vendors and operations leaders to identify cost-saving solutions.
• Create business cases and capital acquisition requests for equipment purchases or leases.
• Manage projects and assets using SAP.
• Collaborate with Procurement on equipment purchasing, scheduling, and setup.
• Serve as a liaison between Manufacturing, Distribution Operations, Engineering, IT, and external solution providers.
• Recommend new warehouse/distribution center technologies based on operational needs.
• Communicate effectively with Engineering and Operations leadership.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and ongoing support.
• Offer insights into processes affecting direct and indirect operating costs.
• Uphold and promote customer's corporate safety standards.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 7-10 years preferred, 3 years minimum of experience in multi-facility distribution operations.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross-disciplinary teams.
• High analytical ability; skilled in data analysis and clear communication (written and verbal).
• Ability to create, view, and interpret CAD drawings.

Requirements

• Experience with various types of material handling equipment and storage/retrieval systems.
• Familiarity with SAP for project management.
• Background in warehouse data analytics and telemetry systems.