Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; West Torrington; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in West Torrington is seeking an experienced engineer to provide sound recommendations, oversee project plans, and ensure product quality. The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of manufacturing experience. Strong communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail are essential. This position may require occasional travel (up to 20%).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing role.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 20%) as projects require.
• Proven success in project planning, process improvement, and technical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide sound engineering recommendations to meet customer requirements.
• Determine root causes to equipment and process-related problems.
• Provide technical support and problem-solving throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent writing skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent MS Office skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide sound engineering recommendations and decisions to ensure that the end product meets or exceeds customer requirements. This includes those recommendations/decisions having direct bearing on our competitiveness in the marketplace while avoiding unnecessary internal costs.
• Determine root causes to equipment and process related problems and to develop optimum solutions/corrective actions that meet strategic “long term” and tactical “short term” criteria for implementation.
• Demonstrate instructional/training applications when needed and foster leadership/mentorship skills where applicable, as well as facilitate and lead teams, both internal and external, to solve problems as required.
• Develop project plans and timelines
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary
• Prepare and review technical documentation and reports
• Conduct risk assessments and mitigation planning
• Provide technical support and problem-solving throughout the project lifecycle
• Participate in project meetings and provide status updates
• Oversee the procurement of materials and equipment

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing role
• Excellent writing, presentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent MS Office skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 20%) as projects require
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities with limited supervision
• Proven success in project planning, process improvement, and technical troubleshooting

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. We currently have 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and our market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.