Engineering Project Manager

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects focused on internal process improvements capability development and R&D initiatives.
• Drive projects from concept through implementation including pilot validation and deployment.
• Establish clear project goals aligned with business and engineering strategies.
• Provide leadership in ambiguity ensuring progress despite evolving requirements.

• Define project scope objectives deliverables and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project plans schedules budgets and resource allocations.
• Track progress against milestones and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Identify risks constraints and dependencies; implement mitigation strategies.
• Apply structured project management methodologies appropriate to R&D and continuous improvement work (stage-gate agile etc.).

• Coordinate early-stage research feasibility studies and technology development efforts.
• Facilitate design iterations testing and validation activities.
• Support transition of R&D efforts into production-ready processes or products.
• Ensure documentation of technical learnings design decisions and lessons learned.

• Lead initiatives to improve product design and definition manufacturing processes engineering workflows and operational efficiency.
• Utilize data-driven approaches (Lean Six Sigma root cause analysis etc.) to identify and implement improvements.
• Establish metrics to measure impact (cost quality throughput cycle time etc.).
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across departments.

• Collaborate closely with Engineering Manufacturing Quality Supply Chain and Operations teams.
• Facilitate communication alignment and accountability across functional groups.
• Remove barriers and resolve conflicts to maintain project momentum.

• Ensure all project activities comply with applicable industry standards and internal quality systems (e.g. AS9100).
• Support development and implementation of robust validation and verification plans.
• Maintain accurate and auditable project documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Communicate project status risks and outcomes to stakeholders and leadership.
• Align expectations across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Build strong working relationships across the organization.

Continuous Improvement of Project Execution:

• Analyze project performance and execution effectiveness.
• Capture and implement lessons learned and best practices.
• Contribute to improving project management processes tools and standards.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follow all safety policies and report hazardous conditions.
• Maintain organized and compliant work environments.
• Work independently with minimal supervision; demonstrate initiative and accountability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Proven ability to manage complex cross-functional technical projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering development processes and manufacturing environments.
• Experience in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma or equivalent).
• Excellent communication organization and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project Aras or equivalent).
• Ability to operate effectively in dynamic fast-changing and ambiguous environments.
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Strong analytical decision-making and critical thinking skills.

• Bachelors degree in engineering (Mechanical Aerospace Industrial or related field).
• 37 years of experience in project engineering project management or technical program management in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience with R&D projects and/or internal process improvement initiatives strongly preferred.
• PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work is primarily sedentary although there may be some walking standing bending and carrying of items such as paper or books weighing less than 35 pounds.
• Regularly required to sit or stand for the length of shift bend and reach.

CLICK BOND WAY KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Communicates respectfully to all team members vendors and visitors.
• Models a positive attitude to all Click Bond employees customers and venders.
• Actively listens to others and supports the team environment.
• Asks questions and learns from mistakes.
• Executes tasks with minimal errors in a timely and efficient manner.
• Attendance is consistent and meets or exceeds company standards.

Click Bond is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status genetic information or any other protected classification. Click Bond complies with federal and state disability laws. Click Bond will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment including the application process.If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact People Operations at 775.885.8000 or email:.