Project Engineering Manager

Project Engineering Manager

Location : Fairfield California United States

Industry : Information Technology / Energy / Utilities / Renewables

Job Category : Medical / Health (as per client system tagging)

Work Type : Full-time (Onsite; occasional WFH allowed)

Reports To : Head Business and Commercial Operations

Department : Project Engineering

Company Overview

Our client is one of the worlds leading engineering and technology service providers-a multi-billion-dollar global conglomerate operating across engineering EPC services high-tech manufacturing digital transformation and advanced technology solutions. With international operations and a strong reputation for innovation they deliver large-scale engineering and digital energy projects that shape the future of infrastructure and utilities.

Position Summary

The Project Engineering Manager leads the engineering lifecycle across pre-sales and post-sales phases ensuring successful planning execution and delivery of engineering projects. This role requires strong technical depth cross-functional coordination leadership capabilities and hands-on project engineering knowledge. The manager will interface directly with customers define technical requirements lead internal engineering teams and ensure high-quality project commissioning aligned with customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Execution

Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope schedule resources and budgets.

Define goals and deliverables aligned with business and customer needs.

Oversee engineering design development installation configuration and commissioning activities.

Ensure adherence to engineering quality standards and compliance requirements.

Team Leadership & Coordination

Lead and mentor Project Engineers and technical staff.

Collaborate with internal teams : design production QA operations suppliers and customers.

Conduct regular project meetings status updates and issue-resolution discussions.

Budget & Resource Management

Prepare and manage project budgets with cost-efficient planning.

Allocate resources effectively optimizing staff and equipment utilization.

Monitor expenditure and implement cost-control measures.

Risk & Issue Management

Identify technical and execution risks; develop mitigation strategies.

Resolve engineering and project issues promptly.

Ensure compliance with safety industry and operational standards.

Quality Assurance

Supervise QA processes to ensure all deliverables meet engineering specifications.

Implement best practices for engineering workflows and project management.

Stakeholder & Client Communication

Act as the primary point of contact for all project communications.

Present progress updates performance metrics and technical documentation.

Manage client expectations and handle changes in scope.

Candidate Requirements Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Electrical Civil Mechanical or related field).

Masters degree or PE license is a plus.

Certifications (Preferred)

Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent.

Certifications in engineering methodologies or project management processes.

Experience with OSI Monarch or GE e-terra is a strong plus.

Required Experience

5 7 years of engineering experience including 3 years in project management or leadership roles.

Experience managing small teams of Project Engineers or Delivery Managers.

Proven success delivering complex engineering or energy projects.

Background in SCADA EMS or Control Room applications is highly preferred.

Familiarity with GE OSI or control room platforms .

Technical Skills

Project management software (MS Project Primavera).

SCADA & EMS system knowledge.

GE / OSI software platforms.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Excellent communication documentation and technical writing skills.

Experience with engineering tools and software relevant to power systems.

Desired Experience

Exposure to :

EV chargers & controllers

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Solar or energy efficiency technologies

Salesforce experience is a plus.

Behavioral Attributes

Strong communicator with customer-facing experience.

Analytical mindset with technical depth.

Team-oriented; thrives in multicultural environments.

High energy innovation-driven and able to influence positive change.

Strong mentoring coaching and collaboration abilities.

Community-oriented with a desire to support others.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Bonus eligible

Possible relocation for the ideal candidate

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1