Project Leader​/Engineer

Project Leader/Engineer

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges.

At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is by focusing on everyone’s talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles in Parker that may be a good fit.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Manufacturing Engineering, the Carbon Project Leader/Engineer will be responsible for leading and supporting a variety of projects for facility expansion, growth & optimization. Will execute the overall activities set within the scope of the project and in accordance with budget, schedule and performance constraints. Directs internal/external resources to ensure project delivery. Reports performance to executive management to achieve project objectives.

Focuses on tactical delivery within a program structure.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and lead teams of direct/indirect reports, contractors, engineering firms/consultants along with integrated site project teams.
• Supports Carbon leadership in long-term capacity/Capex planning.
• Forecasts and tracks Carbon Cap Ex spend.
• Works within the defined project charter plan including budget, schedule and resource constraints.
• Establishes and executes the transformational governance process and agenda; drives the process in accordance with Parker-Meggitt’s governance process.
• Responsible for delivering a defined scope of work to agreed cost and timeframe; drives the business case that underpins the investment.
• Provides leadership to the assigned resources to achieve program objectives.
• Manages communication primarily at an operational level concerning operational details (cost, schedule, quality).
• Coordinates and leads gate reviews.
• Responsible for assuring Company facilities and processes are in compliance with all EPA, PUWER, OSHA and other applicable governmental regulations concerning environmental, health and safety issues.
• Identifies and manages program risks and issues, escalating to the Project Sponsor wherever necessary.
• Reports project performance (milestones and budget adherence).
• Interfaces with functional managers
• Application of Parker Lean Systems (PLS) in the performance of the project teams.
• Support cross-functional improvement activities across all global carbon value streams as needed
• Provide effective communications within Braking Systems and with other organizations to provide an atmosphere of cooperation
• Travel up to 15% of the year may be required to support efforts at other carbon sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering, Management or related field is required. Professional certification/training in project management is highly desired.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Engineering, project management and robust experience in the execution of engineering projects analyzing, planning, budgeting, organizing and directing. Good working knowledge of carbon processing and manufacturing methodology is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines; using collaborative interpersonal skills to drive tasks…