Lead Controls Program Engineer - Fed-Ex

Material Handling Systems, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 115,900 - 173,800; Full time

Job summary

FORTNA is seeking a Lead Controls Program Engineer to provide controls engineering expertise in the pre‑award phase of complex engineering projects. The role focuses on standardization, modularization, and alignment with FedEx technical and operational needs.

You will coordinate with engineering, sales, and FedEx teams to ensure scope, schedules, and budgets meet expectations, and prepare risk assessments and training materials for project handover.

Qualifications

• Engineering Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with 10+ years of relevant experience, or 12+ years in engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in technical project leadership managing complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Gain an in-depth understanding of FedEx technical standards to inform strategic planning.
• Promote engineering strategies, resource plans, and project timelines aligned with project scope.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts for seamless integration and high standards.
• Serve as internal lead technical interface for FedEx and guide strategic conversations.
• Assist strategic sourcing of materials and components, optimizing resources and schedules.
• Demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Advanced engineering knowledge

Leadership and strategic planning

Communication and negotiation

Multidisciplinary engineering

Project scheduling

Analytical problem-solving

Autonomy

Initiative

Technical project management

Education

Engineering Bachelor's degree

Job description

FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known worldwide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost‑effective order fulfillment and last‑mile delivery.

Lead Controls Program Engineer (LCPE)

The LCPE provides controls engineering expertise during the pre‑award phase of complex engineering projects, focusing on standardization, modularization, and alignment with FedEx’s technical and operational needs. They ensure scope, schedules, and budgets meet organizational standards and FedEx’s expectations. Acting as the primary technical liaison, the LCPE facilitates communication between engineering, sales, and FedEx teams to support project execution. During project handover, the LCPE prepares risk assessments, identifies opportunities, and shares lessons learned to guide execution. They create FedEx specification packages, conduct periodic audits, and provide recommendations to maintain project success. Additionally, they lead multi‑discipline Project Design Reviews and collaborate with the Training team to develop and deliver FedEx specific technical training materials.

Responsibilities

• Gain an in‑depth understanding of complex FedEx technical standards and project requirements to inform strategic planning.
• Promote the development of comprehensive engineering strategies, resource plans, and project timelines in alignment with multifaceted project scopes.
• Coordinate and critically review multidisciplinary design efforts to ensure seamless integration and adherence to the highest technical standards.
• Act as the internal lead technical interface for FedEx, establishing trust and guiding strategic conversations across the FORTNA organization.
• Assist the strategic sourcing of materials and components, optimizing resource allocation and scheduling.
• Display superior communication skills, leading by example to drive effective collaboration and cross‑disciplinary integration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of multidisciplinary engineering processes.
• Exceptional leadership and strategic planning abilities.
• Superior communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Broad technical expertise across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Proficient in project scheduling and resource management.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Operates with a high degree of autonomy and handles complex issues independently.
• Takes the initiative to identify opportunities and implement solutions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of technical project management.

Education and Experience

Engineering Bachelor’s degree (or similar engineering program) from an accredited college with 10+ years of relevant experience, or 12+ years of relevant engineering experience. 5+ years of experience in technical project leadership, with a track record of managing complex projects.

Other Qualifications Desired

• Valid driver’s license and ability to rent a car without a co‑renter.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Proficiency in conflict resolution.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Adaptability and learning agility.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker.
• Resilience and persistence.
• Customer‑centric mindset.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, kneel, crouch, and balance frequently.
• Ability to climb, ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, etc., using feet, legs and/or hands and arms frequently.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 75lbs occasionally.
• Ability to sit/stand frequently for long and/or intermittent periods of time.
• Time spent between general office environment (with normal sitting, standing and minimal, nominal lifting) and active construction site visits. Time spent on active job sites includes subject to noise, being in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical power and control systems, and high places. Personal Protective Equipment required at active job sites.

Base Salary Range

The base salary range for this role is $115,900 to $173,800. This range represents the low and high end of the base salary for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FORTNA and its affiliated companies provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.