Actalent
Overview
Description Project Manager- Mechanical is responsible for providing overall support to Project Managers with all aspects of current projects as assigned to the department. This includes communicating with current and potential customers to address and analyze needs as they arise. Responsible for assisting with all elements and phases of robotic automation projects including areas such as problem solving, conflict resolution, schedule adherence, cost tracking, change orders, documentation, and customer liaison. Travel to customer sites will be required to participate in project meetings during project start-up, installations, or project wrap up.
Responsibilities
Assist with all elements and phases of robotic automation projects including problem solving, conflict resolution, schedule adherence, cost tracking, change orders, documentation, and customer liaison.
Create and maintain a layout suitable to meet project requirements, including safety, quality, functionality, and installation designs accounted for.
Discuss and negotiate layout details with end customers, suppliers, and internal engineering teams.
Determine and gather initial data for internal engineering and monitor and guide internal engineering progress and costs. Limited travel to customer sites (up to 30%) may be required to participate in project meetings with the customer.
Update project Risk Assessments as established at the beginning of the project and monthly through the life cycle of the project.
Create, maintain and chair project Steering Group meetings with management on a monthly basis, covering cash flow, margin, project percentage complete, schedule, major outstanding risks, etc.
Conduct customer site visits to verify, clarify, and obtain all project information.
Establish and prioritize applicable customer and internal project specifications.
Create and maintain system layout drawings using AutoCAD.
Generate detailed “Design Request” forms for all designs, adhering to specifications as per priorities established.
Participate with the project group in a System Safety Risk Analysis according to applicable safety standards.
Ensure all projects being transitioned to Customer Support are well documented and all issues are resolved.
Ensure timely customer approvals for layout, schedule, electrical drawings, functional specs, etc.
Communicate project budget and schedules to all internal departments and provide timely monthly updates as the project progresses.
Schedule and chair meetings to review budgets and schedules with the project team; participate in monthly Project Update Meetings with management.
Create project specifications for the purchase of all outsourced third-party equipment and process change orders as required.
Delegate all shipping, installation, and commissioning activities.
Problem solve to assist in “as-built” resolution of technical issues and ensure documents are ready for customer run-off, including training manuals.
Arrange, lead, and document “Post Mortem” meetings.
Coordinate with customer and Customer Support to generate approved run-off scripts and conduct internal reviews as needed.
With Project Managers, emphasize safety as a top priority and ensure project execution according to plan; assist in developing detailed project schedules and monitor progress.
Ensure technical solutions meet customer expectations per scope of supply and project specifications.
Work with other departments including QHSE to ensure project quality and report any deviations.
Support the Project Manager to track and record Lessons Learned and document meetings, action plans, and milestones; assist in management of changes to project scope, schedule, and costs.
Report and escalate issues to the Project Manager as needed and participate in risk management to minimize potential risks.
Communicate technical matters with customers, vendors and internal teams.
Coordinate project activities including layout, problem solving, construction coordination, documentation, and acceptance of system implementation.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor\'s degree in BSME or BSEE from four-year college or university or equivalent combination of formal training/education and experience. Three (3) to Seven (7) years’ experience in industrial/engineering/automation in a project management capacity. PMP Certification would be considered an asset.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, blueprints, schematic diagrams, and drawings. Ability to write reports and business documents. Japanese language skills are a plus.
Other Education/Experience: Associate’s degree in Mechatronics, engineering/mechanical, or related field; Two (2) or more years’ experience in industrial/engineering/automation or equivalent.
Skills
Automation, project management, project engineering, engineering, project coordination, systems engineering.
Top Skills Details: automation, project management, project engineering, engineering
Benefits & Details
Pay: The pay range for this position is $75,000.00 - $90,000.00/yr.
Benefits: Medical, dental & vision; life insurance; 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options; disability insurance; health spending account; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; time off/vacation/sick leave; eligibility rules apply.
Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte, NC.
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2025.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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Description Project Manager- Mechanical is responsible for providing overall support to Project Managers with all aspects of current projects as assigned to the department. This includes communicating with current and potential customers to address and analyze needs as they arise. Responsible for assisting with all elements and phases of robotic automation projects including areas such as problem solving, conflict resolution, schedule adherence, cost tracking, change orders, documentation, and customer liaison. Travel to customer sites will be required to participate in project meetings during project start-up, installations, or project wrap up.
Responsibilities
Assist with all elements and phases of robotic automation projects including problem solving, conflict resolution, schedule adherence, cost tracking, change orders, documentation, and customer liaison.
Create and maintain a layout suitable to meet project requirements, including safety, quality, functionality, and installation designs accounted for.
Discuss and negotiate layout details with end customers, suppliers, and internal engineering teams.
Determine and gather initial data for internal engineering and monitor and guide internal engineering progress and costs. Limited travel to customer sites (up to 30%) may be required to participate in project meetings with the customer.
Update project Risk Assessments as established at the beginning of the project and monthly through the life cycle of the project.
Create, maintain and chair project Steering Group meetings with management on a monthly basis, covering cash flow, margin, project percentage complete, schedule, major outstanding risks, etc.
Conduct customer site visits to verify, clarify, and obtain all project information.
Establish and prioritize applicable customer and internal project specifications.
Create and maintain system layout drawings using AutoCAD.
Generate detailed “Design Request” forms for all designs, adhering to specifications as per priorities established.
Participate with the project group in a System Safety Risk Analysis according to applicable safety standards.
Ensure all projects being transitioned to Customer Support are well documented and all issues are resolved.
Ensure timely customer approvals for layout, schedule, electrical drawings, functional specs, etc.
Communicate project budget and schedules to all internal departments and provide timely monthly updates as the project progresses.
Schedule and chair meetings to review budgets and schedules with the project team; participate in monthly Project Update Meetings with management.
Create project specifications for the purchase of all outsourced third-party equipment and process change orders as required.
Delegate all shipping, installation, and commissioning activities.
Problem solve to assist in “as-built” resolution of technical issues and ensure documents are ready for customer run-off, including training manuals.
Arrange, lead, and document “Post Mortem” meetings.
Coordinate with customer and Customer Support to generate approved run-off scripts and conduct internal reviews as needed.
With Project Managers, emphasize safety as a top priority and ensure project execution according to plan; assist in developing detailed project schedules and monitor progress.
Ensure technical solutions meet customer expectations per scope of supply and project specifications.
Work with other departments including QHSE to ensure project quality and report any deviations.
Support the Project Manager to track and record Lessons Learned and document meetings, action plans, and milestones; assist in management of changes to project scope, schedule, and costs.
Report and escalate issues to the Project Manager as needed and participate in risk management to minimize potential risks.
Communicate technical matters with customers, vendors and internal teams.
Coordinate project activities including layout, problem solving, construction coordination, documentation, and acceptance of system implementation.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor\'s degree in BSME or BSEE from four-year college or university or equivalent combination of formal training/education and experience. Three (3) to Seven (7) years’ experience in industrial/engineering/automation in a project management capacity. PMP Certification would be considered an asset.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, blueprints, schematic diagrams, and drawings. Ability to write reports and business documents. Japanese language skills are a plus.
Other Education/Experience: Associate’s degree in Mechatronics, engineering/mechanical, or related field; Two (2) or more years’ experience in industrial/engineering/automation or equivalent.
Skills
Automation, project management, project engineering, engineering, project coordination, systems engineering.
Top Skills Details: automation, project management, project engineering, engineering
Benefits & Details
Pay: The pay range for this position is $75,000.00 - $90,000.00/yr.
Benefits: Medical, dental & vision; life insurance; 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options; disability insurance; health spending account; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; time off/vacation/sick leave; eligibility rules apply.
Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte, NC.
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2025.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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