MRA Recruiting Services
Engineering Project Manager
MRA Recruiting Services, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, United States, 53051
Position:
Engineering ProjectManager
Location:
Menomonee Falls, WI
Company:
Caljan
Lead complex technical projects. Develop engineers. Deliver results globally.
At Caljan, you will have the autonomy to lead technical project execution, strengthen team capability, and ensure high-quality delivery in a growing U.S. market. This role offers meaningful responsibility, close collaboration with international teams, and the opportunity to influence how complex engineering projects are realized from order intake through commissioning.
The Role The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for the successful realization of Caljan’s U.S. project portfolio across all product groups. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to high technical and commercial quality standards.
You will lead a team of approximately four U.S.-based project managers and engineers, while acting as the first escalation point for project deviations. The role serves as a key bridge between U.S. and European project and automation teams, ensuring alignment of processes, resources, and communication.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the U.S. project realization team, including project managers and electrical/automation engineers
Own portfolio management, including capacity planning and allocation of projects to appropriate resources
Ensure end-to-end project execution from sales handover through installation, commissioning, and customer acceptance
Act as first escalation point for schedule, quality, or delivery deviations and manage customer communication as needed
Drive continuous improvement of project performance, processes, and quality management (including NCR handling)
Ensure team capability keeps pace with increasing technical and market requirements
Champion structured project execution, including customer kick-off meetings and stage-gate processes
Manage internal stakeholders within a matrix organization and resolve conflicts when required
Identify and proactively manage technical and commercial risks across projects
Support close coordination between engineering, automation, installation, and aftermarket teams
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or related technical field
Minimum 5 years of project management experience in a manufacturing or engineered-product environment
At least 3 years of experience leading project managers and/or engineers
Strong understanding of electrical and automation systems, installation, and commissioning
Experience with stage-gate project models, change management, and quality/NCR processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Project and ERP/project tools; working knowledge of CAD systems
Ability to read and manage customer contracts and technical documentation
Strong leadership presence, sound judgment, and ability to operate in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Willingness to travel internationally up to approximately 45 days per year
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $115,00 – $130,000
Benefits: Caljan offers medical, dental, vision, and 401K with a match.
About Caljan Caljan is a mid-sized global engineering company specializing in automated material handling solutions. With operations across Europe, the UK, and the U.S., we combine global reach with an entrepreneurial mindset. Our teams work closely across regions to deliver technically advanced, customer-focused solutions.
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Engineering ProjectManager
Location:
Menomonee Falls, WI
Company:
Caljan
Lead complex technical projects. Develop engineers. Deliver results globally.
At Caljan, you will have the autonomy to lead technical project execution, strengthen team capability, and ensure high-quality delivery in a growing U.S. market. This role offers meaningful responsibility, close collaboration with international teams, and the opportunity to influence how complex engineering projects are realized from order intake through commissioning.
The Role The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for the successful realization of Caljan’s U.S. project portfolio across all product groups. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to high technical and commercial quality standards.
You will lead a team of approximately four U.S.-based project managers and engineers, while acting as the first escalation point for project deviations. The role serves as a key bridge between U.S. and European project and automation teams, ensuring alignment of processes, resources, and communication.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the U.S. project realization team, including project managers and electrical/automation engineers
Own portfolio management, including capacity planning and allocation of projects to appropriate resources
Ensure end-to-end project execution from sales handover through installation, commissioning, and customer acceptance
Act as first escalation point for schedule, quality, or delivery deviations and manage customer communication as needed
Drive continuous improvement of project performance, processes, and quality management (including NCR handling)
Ensure team capability keeps pace with increasing technical and market requirements
Champion structured project execution, including customer kick-off meetings and stage-gate processes
Manage internal stakeholders within a matrix organization and resolve conflicts when required
Identify and proactively manage technical and commercial risks across projects
Support close coordination between engineering, automation, installation, and aftermarket teams
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or related technical field
Minimum 5 years of project management experience in a manufacturing or engineered-product environment
At least 3 years of experience leading project managers and/or engineers
Strong understanding of electrical and automation systems, installation, and commissioning
Experience with stage-gate project models, change management, and quality/NCR processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Project and ERP/project tools; working knowledge of CAD systems
Ability to read and manage customer contracts and technical documentation
Strong leadership presence, sound judgment, and ability to operate in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Willingness to travel internationally up to approximately 45 days per year
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $115,00 – $130,000
Benefits: Caljan offers medical, dental, vision, and 401K with a match.
About Caljan Caljan is a mid-sized global engineering company specializing in automated material handling solutions. With operations across Europe, the UK, and the U.S., we combine global reach with an entrepreneurial mindset. Our teams work closely across regions to deliver technically advanced, customer-focused solutions.
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