Project Engineer II
Core
Manage engineering projects for major product development, including planning, feasibility studies, budgeting, scheduling, and cross-functional coordination for heavy-duty truck products.
Role type
Senior IC project engineer (product development)
Builds
Major product development projects for heavy-duty trucks and commercial vehicles
Domain
Automotive / Heavy-duty truck manufacturing
Required skills
Project management processes, product development lifecycle knowledge, risk identification and escalation, scope change management, continuous improvement initiatives, Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), analytical problem-solving, oral and written communication
Preferred skills
Technical degree, DTNA project team experience, DTNA systems and business process knowledge, automotive/heavy-duty truck industry experience, PMP certification
Technologies
Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Responsibilities
Create detailed project timing plans and coordinate with engineering and other departments to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery; Facilitate project-related meetings including status reviews, design reviews, and visual management meetings; Publish minutes and track action items; Identify risks and escalate to management; Prepare project status reports and present CVDS gate updates; Assess feasibility, budget, and timing for future product development projects; Recommend scope changes to maximize ROI; Assist with implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
Seniority
Mid-level IC (2-4 years experience with degree or 6+ years without)