Engineering Project Manager

Description

At Excel Engineering, we are the power behind our clients’ processes.

We are a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with leading companies across industries to deliver solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance.

Our work spans sectors including life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities, giving our team the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects.

What sets us apart is our approach, we build long-term partnerships by understanding our clients’ operations and acting as an extension of their team. If you’re looking to grow your skills, take on meaningful challenges, and make a real impact, Excel Engineering offers the opportunity to do just that. 

Role Overview

The primary responsibility will include the management of Client manufacturing facility upgrade and/or internal engineering design projects.

Client manufacturing facility upgrade project responsibilities may include:

• Serve as the project manager for Client projects during applicable project phases (charter, kickoff, execution, closeout, etc.)
• Use Client provided tools for reporting and monitoring issues, financials, schedule and other project output during major project phases
• Manage project stakeholders
• Utilize Client project management processes, procedures and instructions throughout the project life cycle

Internal engineering design projects may include:

• Support proposal development efforts (review Client request, assist in proposal/estimate generation, proposal follow-up)
• Mobilize upon project kickoff (PO verification, kickoff meeting, budget baseline, etc.)
• Manage project execution (monitor deliverable development/quality, resource needs, report project status, risk monitoring, etc.)
• Responsible for project close-out
• May be required to coordinate internal engineering resource needs with engineering department managers across multiple projects

Requirements

Experience

• Experience participating in and managing process improvement or facilities upgrade projects within a variety of manufacturing environments.
• Experience with the construction and commissioning of manufacturing upgrade projects
• Five (5) years of combined project management/engineering experience in manufacturing facilities or engineering consulting.

Education

• Bachelors or Masters’ Degree in: Electrical, Chemical, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 Scale.

Optional Skills Applicable to the Role

• Ten (10) years of combined experience in Capital equipment and/or Facilities project management in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Experience working in FDA-regulated industry utilizing cGMP processes.
• Professional PE registration or ability to obtain such is preferred.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or ability to obtain such is preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP enterprise resource planning software.
• Supervisory experience

We offer…

• Growth & Development: Ongoing continuing education, hands-on training, and opportunities to expand your skills.

• Career Advancement Support: Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education.

• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

• Wellness Focus: Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being.

• Work–Life Balance: Paid time off and flexible work environment

• Flexibility & Trust: A flexible schedule and work environment built around mutual trust and accountability.

• Share the Talent, Share the Rewards: We value great people recommending great people, which is why our employee referral program is designed to reward you continuously

We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. At Excel Engineering, we’re proud of our positive, high-performing culture where teamwork, continuous improvement, and a service-oriented mindset help us do our best work every day. If you enjoy a fast-paced and rewarding environment, you’ll love being part of our team!  

Excel Engineering, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our work, our teams, and the solutions we deliver to clients. We encourage candidates from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in engineering to apply. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team at ExcelHR@exceleng.net.