Project Manager - Business Processes

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth.

Innovation, problem solving, integrity and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace then we would like to get to know you better.

Award Winning - Employee Owned - Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance - Ownership Opportunity - Continuing Education Support

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern. Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests. In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including a competitive salary; 401K retirement plan; paid time off; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options; plus a flexible work schedule.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

$110,000 - $140,000, DOE

JOB SUMMARY

As a Project Manager in Burnsville, MN, you will: have expertise in process mapping and optimization, using Lean methodologies to identify inefficiencies and improve workflows; possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, assess risks, and develop actionable recommendations for scalable improvements; enjoy cross-functional leadership, successfully collaborating with teams across departments to align goals, drive change, and ensure stakeholder buy-in; be obsessive about deadlines, with a consistent track record of delivering initiatives on time and within scope; be fluent in process-related tools and platforms, including project tracking software (e.g., Jira, Trello), workflow automation tools (e.g., Power Automate), and data visualization (e.g., Tableau, Power BI); develop project charters, maintain project plans, and monitor project timelines and budgets; have exceptional communication and facilitation skills, and work collaboratively with suppliers and other Applied partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years experience managing projects
• PMP certification
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification (or higher)
• Passion for managing teams and driving results
• Ability to multitask and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Flexible to travel up to 20% yearly
• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on driving operational efficiencies
  
  

SKILLS AND VALUES

• Capable of working independently and as a team member
• Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
• Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Desire to work on a variety of projects
  
  

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees!

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.