Junior Project Manager, Machinery

DEKRA Digital & Product Solutions; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Health check-ups

Long service awards

Employee referrals

Work council participation

Job summary

DEKRA Digital & Product Solutions in Wichita, KS seeks a skilled project manager to lead safety auditing, testing and compliance initiatives across machinery systems. You will coordinate cross-functional teams and liaise with international stakeholders to ensure safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate holds a mechanical/safety/automation degree, strong business English, analytical thinking, and can travel domestically and internationally up to 30%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, safety engineering, automation or a related field.
• Proficiency in business English (verbal and written), with ability to train diverse audiences.
• Analytical thinking and strategic problem-solving.
• Willingness to travel 10–30% annually (domestic and international).
• Able to implement DEKRA norms and values; local entrepreneurial mindset.
• People management and teamwork; customer orientation and safety responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Safety auditing and inspection of machinery equipment.
• Testing and validation of safety control circuits and protective devices.
• Certification and regulatory compliance documentation preparation.
• Training support for clients on protocols and equipment operations.
• Cross-functional collaboration with project managers and overseas stakeholders.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

People management

Travel readiness

DEKRA norms

Entrepreneurial mindset

Integrity & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, safety engineering, automation or related field

Job description

At DEKRA we deal with future topics in every field of work: from vehicle inspection to cyber security, from product testing to clean energies or from automated driving to artificial intelligence. We anticipate technical developments early on and drive industry transformation as thought leaders. For the exciting tasks that lie ahead we are looking for skilled and passionate people who want to grow and achieve their best in a global team. Enthusiasts wanting to do meaningful work and to make a contribution as a trusted partner for our clients and for society. People like you.

Job Responsibilities:

• Safety auditing and inspection: assist comprehensive safety audits and inspections of new or existing machinery equipment
• Testing and validation: functionality of safety control circuits and protective devices
• Certification and compliance: assist with regulatory compliance by preparing the necessary documentation and technical files throughout the relevant process
• Training support for clients at all levels including protocols, equipment operations, preventive action plans to determine root causes
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other project managers, and overseas stakeholders throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, safety engineering, automation or a related field.
• Proficiency in business English (both verbal and written communication), with the ability to be trained by diverse audiences
• Analytical Thinking: Strategic thinking capabilities to develop effective solutions
• Willingness to travel for business purpose both domestically and internationally (10%~30% annually)
• Able to implement DEKRA norms and values;
• Local-oriented entrepreneurial mindset;
• People management – able to create commitment;
• Integrity, team spirit, customer orientation, entrepreneurship, responsibility for safety

Nice to have:

• Strong technical knowledge in the following areas
• CAD/CAM: Proficiency in virtual component and system design
• FEA/CFD: Ability to simulate and predict structural, fluid, and thermal behavior
• Risk Assessment: Experience in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating process hazards
• Robotics: Capability to design and program robots for various applications
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects to successful completion
• Mininum of 2 years of project management experience in a related field

Tasks that fascinate

With our multifaced and passionate expertise we are a playground for enthusiasts of any profession.

A global team in which you can strive: We live a corporate culture of togetherness and trust because we are more powerful when we empower each other.

Embracing change from a solid foundation: Even in uncertain times, we are a secure employer and offer jobs with a secure future.

Personal and professional development: Benefit from a wide range of trainings and e-learnings for your individual development.

Benefits

• From a healthy work-life balance, flexibility Working Hours, Paid Health Check-ups, Long-Service awards, Employee Referral Program, and Work Council Operations