Project Engineer (Mid-Career)

General Dynamics - Sterling Heights, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Sterling Heights, MI

10,001+ employees

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Project Engineer (Mid-Career) is responsible for the planning and execution of engineering projects at General Dynamics Land Systems. This role ensures that all project obligations are clearly identified and met, focusing on cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements. The engineer will lead technical teams, manage project scopes, and support various functional organizations to ensure successful project completion.

Responsibilities

• Possess, understand and apply the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of project management to plan and execute engineering projects.
• Create project plans and integrated master schedules by working with the engineering organization.
• Lead projects and technical teams in the design, validation and configuration management of platform product improvements.
• Manage all projects within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
• Prepare bids and support any applicable proposal development efforts.
• Provide support to other functional organizations (Program Office, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Finance, etc) as necessary to ensure successful project completion.
• Forecast all engineering manpower for the engineering projects for which you are responsible.
• Coordinate and support the development of corrective action activities with respect to project milestones, data deliverables and manpower resources.
• Identify critical issues requiring action in a timely manner and manage to closure.
• Develop and present executive level summaries.
• Utilize established metrics for monitoring project performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering preferred; other technical degrees will be considered with relevant experience.
• 10+ years relevant experience in the engineering/defense industries.
• Demonstrated project engineering experience overseeing simple or complex technical projects.
• Proven experience in technical interface with customers and ability to lead multi-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and presentation.
• Organizational capabilities to direct and lead others in a team-based environment.
• Analytical skills and ability to direct and consult on technical analyses.
• Must be willing to travel (domestic and/or foreign) as needed.
• Proficiency in Windows XP, Lotus Notes, and Microsoft Office with adequate computer skills to manage the development of presentations and other methods of media display.
• Knowledge of business finances, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), scheduling tools, and critical path analysis.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced/additional degree in Business Administration is a plus.

Benefits

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational Assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (allows employees to take every other Friday off)
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Onsite cafeteria, fitness center, and outdoor fitness track