Entry Level Project Manager/Engineer

Actalent; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in De Pere, WI is seeking an Entry Level Project Manager/Engineer to support a High Level Project Manager across industries. The role involves interfacing with customers, reading CAD drawings for accuracy, and advancing projects using MS Project and ERP systems.

You will coordinate internal and external meetings, assist in procurement, develop change orders, generate reports, and help address scheduling and cost challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years with MS Project and/or ERP systems.
• 2+ years of industrial/manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of CAD experience.
• 2+ years of project support in cost controls, purchasing, and supply chain.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to organize large amounts of information across multiple projects.
• 5+ years of MS Project experience (additional).
• 2+ years in cost management/change management.

Responsibilities

• Read CAD drawings to determine accuracy and fit.
• Work within MS Project/ERP systems to advance projects through phases.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and publish notes.
• Assist in procurement activities and change orders for clients.
• Assist in data communication to the Project Manager.
• Maintain change logs and supporting documentation.
• Develop or use reporting for each project as required.
• Assist in solving financial, scheduling, and regulatory issues.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MS Project

ERP systems

CAD software

Project support

Excel/Word/PowerPoint

Organize large amounts of information

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

ERP System

CAD software

Job description

Job Title: Entry Level Project Manager/Engineer

Job Description

The position involves working under a High Level Project Manager, managing projects across various industries. The role requires interfacing with multiple customers and ensuring the smooth progression of projects.

Responsibilities

• Read through CAD drawings to determine accuracy and fit.
• Work within MS Project/ERP systems to advance projects through different phases.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, ensuring agendas and invite lists are completed, secure training rooms, and take and publish notes.
• Assist in procurement activities, including requisitioning and invoice management to suppliers, change order development to clients, and procurement/ESM tracking.
• Assist in data communication to the Project Manager.
• Maintain change log and file supporting documentation such as emails and meeting notes.
• Utilize existing or develop custom reporting as required per project.
• Assist in efforts to solve financial, scheduling, and regulatory issues.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Engineering-related curriculum.
• 2+ years of experience with MS Project and/or an ERP System.
• 2+ years of industrial/manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of experience working within a CAD system.
• 2+ years of project support experience in areas such as cost controls, purchasing, and supply chain.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to organize large amounts of information into a coherent and meaningful format while managing multiple projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with MS Project.
• 2+ years of experience in cost management/change management.

Work Environment

The role requires working in various environments, including office settings, manufacturing, and construction sites, with a travel expectation of 15% or less. Entry

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of De Pere, WI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in De Pere,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.