Engineering Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; York; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fluid handling and motion control industry seeks an Engineering Project Manager to oversee automation projects. The role involves leading teams, managing timelines, and ensuring projects meet quality standards. Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Bonus

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Vacation

Educational Assistance Reimbursement

Ongoing training and certification opportunities

401k & Matching

Company Sponsored Social Events

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years in engineering project management, 3 years in robotics or industrial automation.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Experience in custom engineered manufacturing or assembly is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering projects from planning to final delivery.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Monitor project progress and manage risks effectively.

Skills

Robotics systems understanding

Technical project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Risk management

Proficiency in project management tools

Education

5+ years in engineering project management

3 years in engineered assembly or manufacturing

PMP certification

Tools

CAD/engineering design tools

SolidWorks

Smartsheets

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

RG Group is a growing family-owned business that has been providing trusted expertise in the fluid handling and motion control industry for over 65 years. As a family-owned business, we encourage a culture where associates feel cared for and valued. To foster a team-oriented, engaged, and productive work environment, RG Group makes every effort to provide ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities, competitive pay and benefits, and flexible work schedules.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary and Bonus
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement
• Ongoing paid training and certification opportunities
• 401k & Matching
• Company Sponsored Social Events
• Employee Assistance Program

Learn more about RG Group and watch interviews with RG Group associates at https://www.rg-group.com/careers

Learn more about RG Group and watch interviews with RG Group associates at https://www.rg-group.com/careers

Position Summary:

The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for effectively planning, directing, and coordinating all activities relating to engineering projects of varying complexity from initial customer expectations through final delivery and commissioning.This role is accountable forleading cross-functional teams in the design, development, and deployment of advanced automation systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads end-to-end project management of automation and robotics engineering initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Defines project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with customers and stakeholders.
• Manages cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and software, as well as external vendors or partner integrators.
• Coordinates with operations and quality teams to ensure the system is built to internal and/or customer standards.
• Monitors project progress using tools like Gantt charts, ERP systems, Smartsheets, and Power BI to proactively manage risks and resolve issues.
• Maintains project documentation, including specifications, design reviews, testing protocols, and change orders.
• Serves as the primary point of contact between engineering, management, clients, and partners.
• Remains up to date on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory standards in robotics and automation. Makes recommendations for new technologies which align with our core business strategies.
• Identifies bottlenecks in production flow and ensures needs are communicated so that necessary labor, material or support is applied.
• Expedites critical projects through assembly, test, and inspection processes.

Skills and abilities:

• Strong understanding of robotics systems (e.g., robotic arms, end of arm tooling, AGVs/AMRs, PLCs, machine vision, sensors).
• Proven ability to manage complex technical projects through the full lifecycle (concept to commissioning).
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to manage risk
• Proficiency in project management tools and CAD/engineering design tools.
• SolidWorks and Smartsheets experience is a plus.

Education and Experience:

• 3 years’ experience in engineered assembly or manufacturing
• 5+ years of experience in engineering project management with at least 3 years in robotics or industrial automation.
  1. PMP certification a plus
  2. Experience in custom engineered manufacturing or assembly is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 lbs.
• Must be able to access various departments of a given location.
• Travel 15%-20%.

The greatest of the RG Group’s resources is our associates. Dedicated, intelligent and entrepreneurial team members are empowered with the authority to make decisions they believe will add value to our company as well as the customers and manufacturers we serve. Appropriately, RG Group’s benefit and compensation package rewards associates for their individual and collective contributions.