Engineering Project Manager

Position: Project Manager-Mechanical Engineer

Location: Austin, TX or Denver, CO

Job Type: Travel Up To 75%

Reports to: Director of Engineering and Development

Department: North American Operations

Position Purpose: Engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Demonstrates the values and business principles of Leadec.

· Works safely at all times.

· Evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs, applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials.

· Confirm system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods, testing properties.

· Develop mechanical and electromechanical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials; soliciting observations from operators.

· Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.

· Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.

· Prepare product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

· Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.

· Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special services.

· Maintain system and product data base by writing computer programs and entering data.

· Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

· Adhering to and supporting all EHS and Quality objectives, in accordance with ISO 14001, 45001 and 9001 respectively.

· All other duties as assigned by Leadec manager.

Competencies:

· Managing Tasks

· Open Communication

· Self-Management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Communication Skills - Ability to communicate with all levels of Leadec and customer employees.

· Language Ability -- Talking to others to convey information effectively.

· Customer Service Orientation - Satisfying customers.

· Adaptability - Willingness to deal with unexpected challenges or circumstances.

· Problem Solving - Defining problems and bring about viable solutions.

· Foundational Information -- Strong knowledge of CAD/CAM software and drafting procedures.

· Organizational Skills - Excellent prioritization and project development skills.

Position Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required (master's preferred).

· Licensed as a BSME.

· 10 years' work experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the key actions of the job:

· Required to talk and/or hear in an office and industrial setting (noise level will vary significantly between work areas). Frequently required to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for 4 -12 hours. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; lift; stoop, or crouch.

· Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception and focus adjustment.

· Work is performed in an office and industrial-manufacturing environment with significant time spent working on a computer or at a desk