Project Engineer

Project Engineer II ActivitiesCustomer engagement (internal and external customers)Written and verbal communication internally and externallyCreate, complete, and manage New Product Development project schedules (Gantt charts)Resource & Milestone planningSupport Senior Director, Chief Engineer and Program Managers in tracking budgets and forecast to complete (on time, on budget)Engineering Change Request and Notice (ECR/ECN) coordination and some processingRisk Management, matrix, mitigationPrimary contact for design engineering for internal cross-functional meetingsCommunication with external customers to cover control of order changes technically; assurance that test and quality standards are achieved; interface with the customer in drawing and document information exchanges; review of contract specifications and communication of the requirementsSupports updates to department metrics as assignedAssist the development of project engineering and management processesExperienced in a manufacturing environment with at least moderate understanding of manufacturing processes, design engineering best practices, logistics, and leadership skills that favor positive motivationLimited Design Engineering work as assigned, including technical papers, calculations and analysis, and models/drawings depending on need and current skillset. May also provide technical guidance for the preparations of technical proposalsAll other duties as assignedCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExcellent demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with strong, pro-active communication with management on task or project progress, challenges, solutions, and requests for supportSelf-starter, organized, thorough and meticulous, able to work under pressure to ensure quality and delivery, but quality over delivery if any compromise cannot be avoided despite schedule pressureSkilled at project engineering with interpersonal skills - - PMBOK techniques a plusKnowledge and understanding of standard manufacturing concepts, practices, and proceduresResourceful and well organizedAbility to assist with a New Product Development project and effectively work in a cross-functional teamTechnical Writing - Procedures, Results, as assignedDedicated to high degree of accuracyAbility to perform in an ambiguous environmentProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, Access)Previous experience with Integrated Project Teams is a plusValve design familiarity a plus, but manufacturing environment experience requiredEducation* Bachelor's degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, with at least one year of relevant experience. Valve, regulator, fluid mechanics/control related coursework/education will be additional qualification, will consider work experience in lieu of degree.* PMP Certification a plus, but not required, but must have working knowledge of PMBOK at minimum.Other* U.S. CitizenCIRCOR is an EEO Employer of Females / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities