Project Manager

About Klingelnberg America A division of Klingelnberg Group—founded in 1863—Klingelnberg America specializes in precision machinery for bevel and cylindrical gears, measuring centers, and customized bevel gearing systems. The company supports critical industries like automotive, aerospace, wind power, and general manufacturing. Key Responsibilities Lead and Deliver Projects: Drive capital equipment installations—from kickoff through commissioning. Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and software integration to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. Customer & Stakeholder Interaction: Serve as the primary interface for clients, sales teams, engineering, and field technicians. Oversee technical presentations, progress updates, and change management. Project Planning & Documentation: Develop schedules, budgets, risk registers, and scope definitions. Track material procurement, subassemblies, field labor, and verification testing. Quality, Safety & Compliance: Enforce compliance with industry and company standards (e.g., ISO Uphold safety protocols during field activities and technical installations. Resource Coordination: Allocate internal and external resources, including engineering services providers and installation crews. Support after-sales teams during technical handover and documentation delivery. Financial Management: Monitor project budgets and forecasts, generate invoices, and facilitate payment collection and change order negotiations. Ideal Qualifications Associate's degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering—or equivalent experience. 5+ years managing capital equipment or large-scale machine installations, preferably in manufacturing or gear production environments. Proficiency with engineering drawings, machine control systems, PLCs (advantageous), AutoCAD, MS Office, and project management platforms. Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to travel frequently for customer site visits, installations, and commissioning tasks. PMP certification or similar is a plus. Why Join Klingelnberg America Work with best-in-class gear production and measurement technology solutions. Engage diverse stakeholders across sales, engineering, R&D, manufacturing, and global customers. Drive impactful projects in sectors like automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy. Participate in a company culture known for technical excellence and employee collaboration. Summary If you're a seasoned project manager with expertise in mechanical or industrial environments—capable of juggling engineering, execution, and client communications—this role offers a prime opportunity to lead high-precision manufacturing projects and drive Klingelnberg's success in North America. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person