Project Manager, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Project Manager

Job Description

This position involves managing multiple projects focused on sustaining engineering and product development within a collaborative environment. The role is involves working on electronics for equipment such as displays, clusters, and control modules. The successful candidate will play a significant role in supply chain management and sourcing components from suppliers.

Responsibilities

* Manage several projects simultaneously including gauges, clusters, displays, sensors, and controllers.

* Dedicate 75% of time to project management activities related to project health, ensuring projects are on track and meet deadlines.

* Use charts to manage and track project progress.

* Provide updates to project stakeholders.

* Manage projects predominantly within Hardware Development and Electrical Engineering.

* Collaborate with Software and Mechanical Engineering teams.

* Spend 25% of time on hands-on technical activities, mainly testing.

Essential Skills

* 7+ years of experience.

* BS in Electrical Engineering or similar field.

* Strong experience in project management.

* Ability to manage several projects concurrently.

* Proficiency with charts for project tracking.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Experience in hardware and electrical engineering.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Experience with supplier and vendor management.

* Knowledge in automotive modules, telematics, and display clusters.

* Experience in sustaining and obsolescence strategies.

* Knowledge of PCB design and firmware.

* Familiarity with Altium software.

Work Environment

The team consists of approximately 20 people fostering a hands-on and collaborative environment. The role offers flexibility, with the possibility to work from home 1 to 3 days a week, depending on the individual's progress. The office is located on the second floor of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Business casual attire is expected, and the standard hours are from 9 AM to 5 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bolingbrook, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

* Medical, dental & vision

* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

* Short and long-term disability

* Health Spending Account (HSA)

* Transportation benefits

* Employee Assistance Program

* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Bolingbrook,IL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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