What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Project Engineer position at Akkodis?
Akkodis is seeking a Electronics Project Leader for a 12 month's Contract position with client located Springfield TN.
Pay Range: $60 - $80/hr (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead electronic module development and system integration projects from concept to market readiness using established project development processes and tools.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyze, refine, and document business requirements to define project scope.
• Develop detailed project plans, including milestones, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Work with Systems Engineering to translate customer insights and marketing needs into actionable technical specifications and project deliverables.
• Coordinate project deliverables and milestones with internal teams (Product Architecture, Labs, Product Line, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing) and external suppliers.
• Conduct cost analysis, pricing estimates, and feasibility studies to align with target product costs.
• Identify cost drivers and opportunities for optimization in processes, materials, or resources.
• Manage and report on schedule, cost, quality, and capital expenditure (CAPEX) KPIs at critical project checkpoints.
• Chair or participate in key project meetings, including design reviews, checkpoint gates, and cross-functional team meetings.
• Ensure the timely preparation and execution of engineering project documentation (change notices, BOMs, drawings, specifications, etc.).
• Coordinate the development of technical product documentation such as technical specifications, test plans, DFMEA, and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly.
• Develop project schedules in accordance with PPAP guidelines.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet deadlines and budget constraints.
• Evaluate project issues and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Demonstrate creativity through continuous improvement or other significant professional contributions.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams through all project phases using Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in new product development with a proven record of launching innovative products.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, power electronics, and product lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of digital product development lifecycles, connectivity systems (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IoT), OTA updates, and cybersecurity.
• Ability to read technical schematics and understand embedded systems architecture.
• Familiarity with production and assembly processes.
• Proven project management and leadership skills with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Hands-on approach to fulfilling key project responsibilities.
• Experience in the home appliance industry is a plus.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.
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Salary : $60 - $80