Tyler Union- Assistant Project Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management & Execution:
  • Lead and support multiple engineering projects from concept through commissioning including planning budgeting scheduling risk assessment and resource allocation
  • Ensure projects are executed to meet safety quality cost and timeline objectives
  • Evaluate select and integrate new technologies automation systems and process improvements
  • Track ROI of capital investments and operational efficiency of projects
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • Directly manage and mentor engineers junior engineers and interns fostering professional growth and skill development
  • Assign tasks monitor workloads and provide regular performance feedback
  • Support hiring training and onboarding of engineering personnel
  • Promote cross-training and knowledge sharing among engineers to strengthen team capabilities
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with production maintenance quality and operations teams to ensure project goals are met
  • Partner with leadership to advocate for resources capital funding and strategic project prioritization
  • Facilitate communication between engineering management and internal/ external stakeholders
  • Lead project meetings providing technical guidance updates and issue resolution
• Technical Oversight:
  • Conduct design reviews validate technical accuracy and ensure compliance with standards and regulations
  • Review and approve engineering deliverables drawings and specifications
  • Implement and maintain project documentation including scope schedules budgets risk assessments and lessons learned
• Quality & Safety Compliance:
  • Ensure projects and operations adhere to environmental health safety and quality standards
  • Collaborate with quality teams to drive continuous improvement and defect reduction initiatives
  • Support ISO and regulatory audits as required
• Strategic Contribution:
  • Assist in capital planning and justification for engineering projects
  • Analyze project performance operational costs and schedule adherence recommending corrective actions when needed
  • Champion process improvement initiatives and standardization efforts across engineering functions

• Additional Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage mentor and develop a team of engineers and junior engineers
• Assign work set expectations and provide coaching to ensure team success
• Participate in performance evaluations disciplinary actions and recognition programs
• Ensure effective knowledge transfer and technical competency development across the team

Qualifications :

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Industrial Materials or Metallurgical preferred); Masters preferred
• Minimum 7 years of engineering experience with at least 23 years in a supervisory or mentoring role
• Foundry metals machining or heavy manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Proven experience managing multiple projects budgets and engineering teams

Additional Information :

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical foundation in engineering principles manufacturing processes and project management methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to lead mentor and develop engineering personnel
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD SolidWorks) and project management tools
• Knowledge of CAPEX and OPEX management risk assessment and ROI tracking
• Excellent leadership communication and problem-solving skills
• PMP certification or equivalent project management training desirable

Physical & Cognitive Abilities

• Frequent standing walking bending and lifting
• Primarily on-site in a foundry environment with exposure to heat noise and industrial equipment
• Ability to work in both office and plant-floor settings
• Occasional travel to supplier sites sister facilities or industry events

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time