Project Leader Engineering II (PLCControls)
Atlanta, GA - USA
Job Summary
The Project Leader Engineer II (PLC/Controls) is responsible for leading crossfunctional engineering teams in transforming sold projects into fully realized highperforming system designs. This role requires strong planning coordination and communication skills to deliver projects on time within budget and to the highest technical standards. Acting as the technical authority and primary liaison between engineering teams customers and internal stakeholders the Project Leader Engineer II plays a critical role in driving successful project outcomes.
- Lead projects from concept through customer handover ensuring strong technical execution positive financial performance and overall project success.
- Oversee complete system design activities including hardware systems network architecture software development (PLC and/or PCbased systems) electrical installation component integration commissioning and testing.
- Ensure system functionality technical accuracy and quality across all material handling solutions.
- Develop and maintain detailed engineering project plans and schedules; monitor progress and provide regular updates.
- Coordinate engineering activities with the Project Manager Site Manager subcontractors and other key stakeholders.
- Collaborate closely across the value chain to ensure aligned efficient and seamless project execution.
- Create and maintain functional system specifications interface specifications and highlevel test plans (FAT SAT CAT) including validation activities.
- Manage all engineeringrelated project information and ensure proper documentation control and archiving.
- Provide clear consistent progress reports including risks issues and opportunities to the Project Manager and Engineering Manager.
- Monitor and control engineering budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
- Perform health and safety analyses and coordinate safetyrelated activities during the engineering phase.
- Bachelors degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working on largescale material handling systems.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% or as required by project milestones.
- Proactive handson and selfdirected work style.
- Strong problemsolving skills especially under pressure.
- Ability to balance quality schedule cost scope and resources effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to lead specialized teams on complex technical projects.
- Ability to motivate mentor and support team members.
- Basic understanding of mechanical installation and design standards.
- Working knowledge of controls engineering principles.
- Familiarity with electrical installation and design standards.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Project Management certification or relevant project management experience.
- Technical background in material handling processes and applicable industry standards.
- Advanced knowledge of software testing methodologies.
- Leadership experience managing project teams and contributing to people development.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Vanderlande is a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the airports and parcel sectors.