Project Engineering Manager

Location: Fairfield California United States
Industry: Information Technology / Energy / Utilities / Renewables
Job Category: Medical / Health (as per client system tagging)
Work Type: Full-time (Onsite; occasional WFH allowed)
Reports To: Head Business and Commercial Operations
Department: Project Engineering

Our client is one of the worlds leading engineering and technology service providers-a multi-billion-dollar global conglomerate operating across engineering EPC services high-tech manufacturing digital transformation and advanced technology solutions. With international operations and a strong reputation for innovation they deliver large-scale engineering and digital energy projects that shape the future of infrastructure and utilities.

The Project Engineering Manager leads the engineering lifecycle across pre-sales and post-sales phases ensuring successful planning execution and delivery of engineering projects. This role requires strong technical depth cross-functional coordination leadership capabilities and hands-on project engineering knowledge. The manager will interface directly with customers define technical requirements lead internal engineering teams and ensure high-quality project commissioning aligned with customer specifications.

• Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope schedule resources and budgets.

• Define goals and deliverables aligned with business and customer needs.

• Oversee engineering design development installation configuration and commissioning activities.

• Ensure adherence to engineering quality standards and compliance requirements.

• Lead and mentor Project Engineers and technical staff.

• Collaborate with internal teams: design production QA operations suppliers and customers.

• Conduct regular project meetings status updates and issue-resolution discussions.

• Prepare and manage project budgets with cost-efficient planning.

• Allocate resources effectively optimizing staff and equipment utilization.

• Monitor expenditure and implement cost-control measures.

• Identify technical and execution risks; develop mitigation strategies.

• Resolve engineering and project issues promptly.

• Ensure compliance with safety industry and operational standards.

• Supervise QA processes to ensure all deliverables meet engineering specifications.

• Implement best practices for engineering workflows and project management.

• Act as the primary point of contact for all project communications.

• Present progress updates performance metrics and technical documentation.

• Manage client expectations and handle changes in scope.

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Electrical Civil Mechanical or related field).

• Masters degree or PE license is a plus.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent.

• Certifications in engineering methodologies or project management processes.

• Experience with OSI Monarch or GE e-terra is a strong plus.

• 5 7 years of engineering experience including 3 years in project management or leadership roles.

• Experience managing small teams of Project Engineers or Delivery Managers.

• Proven success delivering complex engineering or energy projects.

• Background in SCADA EMS or Control Room applications is highly preferred.

• Familiarity with GE OSI or control room platforms.

• Project management software (MS Project Primavera).

• SCADA & EMS system knowledge.

• GE / OSI software platforms.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Excellent communication documentation and technical writing skills.

• Experience with engineering tools and software relevant to power systems.

• Exposure to:

  • EV chargers & controllers

  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

  • Solar or energy efficiency technologies

• Salesforce experience is a plus.

• Strong communicator with customer-facing experience.

• Analytical mindset with technical depth.

• Team-oriented; thrives in multicultural environments.

• High energy innovation-driven and able to influence positive change.

• Strong mentoring coaching and collaboration abilities.

• Community-oriented with a desire to support others.

• Competitive compensation

• Medical insurance

• Life insurance

• Bonus eligible

• Possible relocation for the ideal candidate