Advanced Project Engineer

Cyient Limited; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyient Limited is seeking an Advanced Project Engineer to lead engineering development activities in a new product development environment. The role emphasizes strong project execution, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive risk management to ensure program success.

The ideal candidate has experience leading development teams, managing schedules, and engaging with customers. Occasional domestic and international travel is expected, with a focus on delivering milestones and cost estimates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in a related field
• Experience leading development teams in an engineering environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Lead development teams in a new product development environment
• Ensure project performance and successful execution
• Manage customer relationships and communications
• Develop and manage project schedules and milestones
• Understand technologies used across various programs
• Develop program and project cost estimates
• Support baseline planning and development
• Develop project metrics and provide status reporting
• Conduct variance analysis and corrective actions
• Manage project risks and opportunities
• Coordinate with suppliers and manage supplier relationships
• Support occasional domestic and/or international travel (less than 10%)

Skills

Leading Development Teams

Program Management

Risk & Opportunity Management

Customer Relationships

Lean Six Sigma

RCCA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Lean Six Sigma tools

RCCA

Job description

• Leading Development Teams (Top Priority)
• Earned Value Management (EVM) (Top Priority)
• Program Management Skills (Top Priority)
• Risk & Opportunity Management (Top Priority)
• Experience Enhancing Customer Relationships
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma Tools

Job Summary:

Seeking an Advanced Project Engineer to lead engineering development activities in a new product development environment. The ideal candidate will have strong project execution, program management, customer engagement, and risk management experience while working closely with cross-functional engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development teams in a new product development environment
• Ensure project performance and successful execution
• Manage customer relationships and communications
• Develop and manage project schedules and milestones
• Understand technologies used across various programs
• Develop program and project cost estimates
• Support baseline planning and development
• Develop project metrics and provide status reporting
• Conduct variance analysis and corrective actions
• Manage project risks and opportunities
• Coordinate with suppliers and manage supplier relationships
• Support occasional domestic and/or international travel (less than 10%)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in a related field
• Experience leading development teams in an engineering environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated Earned Value Management (EVM) proficiency
• Experience enhancing customer relationships
• Experience with RCCA activities
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma methodologies
• Ability to manage risks and opportunities effectively
• Strong planning, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Self-driven individual with the ability to work independently and drive results