MRA Recruiting Services · 20 hours ago
Engineering Project Manager
Menomonee Falls, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expCaljan is a mid-sized global engineering company specializing in automated material handling solutions. The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for leading complex technical projects, managing a team of project managers and engineers, and ensuring high-quality delivery across the U.S. project portfolio.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the U.S. project realization team, including project managers and electrical/automation engineers
Own portfolio management, including capacity planning and allocation of projects to appropriate resources
Ensure end-to-end project execution from sales handover through installation, commissioning, and customer acceptance
Act as first escalation point for schedule, quality, or delivery deviations and manage customer communication as needed
Drive continuous improvement of project performance, processes, and quality management (including NCR handling)
Ensure team capability keeps pace with increasing technical and market requirements
Champion structured project execution, including customer kick-off meetings and stage-gate processes
Manage internal stakeholders within a matrix organization and resolve conflicts when required
Identify and proactively manage technical and commercial risks across projects
Support close coordination between engineering, automation, installation, and aftermarket teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or related technical field
Minimum 5 years of project management experience in a manufacturing or engineered-product environment
At least 3 years of experience leading project managers and/or engineers
Strong understanding of electrical and automation systems, installation, and commissioning
Experience with stage-gate project models, change management, and quality/NCR processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Project and ERP/project tools; working knowledge of CAD systems
Ability to read and manage customer contracts and technical documentation
Strong leadership presence, sound judgment, and ability to operate in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Willingness to travel internationally up to approximately 45 days per year
Benefits
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401K with a match
Company
MRA Recruiting Services
MRA is not a staffing firm/agency. Our recruiting team specializes in employer-branded recruitment.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase