Project Engineer

Alpha Design Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Design Technologies in Bengaluru seeks a Project Planning Engineer to develop and manage integrated schedules for aerospace components from design to delivery. You will coordinate across engineering, procurement, and production to ensure milestones are met while complying with industry standards.

The role requires 1–3 years of project planning experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing, with strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project, and a solid grasp of CPM and EVM concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical & Aeronautical) or related technical field.
• 1–3 years in project planning, controls, or program management in aerospace/defence/manufacturing.
• Experience managing technical projects with strict deadlines and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and analyze detailed, resource-loaded project schedules.
• Coordinate planning across design, manufacturing, procurement, QA and supply chain.
• Track progress against baselines; identify critical paths and forecast delays.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation plans to keep projects on track.
• Define resource requirements with department managers to meet timelines.
• Prepare status reports, presentations, and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Ensure planning processes comply with aerospace standards (AS9100, ISO 9001).

Skills

Project scheduling

CPM

EVM

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Technical drawings

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

SAP

Oracle

Job description

The Project Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, and updating integrated project schedules for the design, manufacture, and delivery of aerospace components. This role ensures alignment between engineering, procurement, and production teams to achieve project milestones efficiently and in compliance with industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Scheduling: Develop, maintain, and analyze detailed, resource-loaded project schedules using industry-standard project management software such as MS Project, or similar tools.
• Coordination & Integration: Coordinate the planning activities of cross-functional teams, integrating inputs from design engineering, manufacturing, procurement, quality assurance, and supply chain management.
• Performance Monitoring: Track project progress against baseline schedules, identify critical path activities, and forecast potential delays. Analyze production data (Earned Value Management principles) to report project performance metrics (CPI, SPI).
• Risk Management & Mitigation: Proactively identify scheduling risks, resource constraints, and potential bottlenecks. Develop and implement mitigation plans and corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Resource Management: Work with department managers to define resource requirements (labor, materials, equipment, tooling) and ensure their availability aligns with project timelines.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare regular project status reports, presentations, and dashboards for stakeholders and senior management. Maintain accurate documentation of all planning assumptions, changes, and approvals.
• Compliance: Ensure all planning processes and project execution comply with rigorous aerospace industry standards and quality management systems (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical & Aeronautical Engineering) or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in project planning, project controls, or program management within an aerospace, Defence, or complex manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in managing technical projects with strict deadlines and regulatory requirements.

Technical Skills

• Software Proficiency: Expert proficiency in project scheduling and planning software (Primavera P6, MS Project). Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
• Planning Methodologies: Strong understanding of project management principles, Critical Path Method (CPM), and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Technical Acumen: Ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills for data analysis and forecasting.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective stakeholder management and team coordination.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent certification (e.g., PgMP, CAPM).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience in a highly regulated and high-compliance industry.