Mechanical Engineer - Project Management

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive remuneration package

Medical aid and pension fund

Learning and development programs

Impactful projects in George region

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer with strong project management skills to join our client in George. The role oversees mechanical projects from inception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery and high quality within budget.

You will plan, execute, and monitor activities, coordinate with design, manufacturing and QA teams, manage risks, and report progress to senior management, contributing to key initiatives in the George region.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in mechanical project management.
• Familiarity with project management software (MS Project/Asana).
• Strong leadership, communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of mechanical projects from scope definition to final delivery.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets and track milestones.
• Coordinate with design, manufacturing and quality assurance teams.
• Identify and manage risks with contingency planning.
• Communicate project status to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards and client specs.

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer with strong project management skills to join their team in George . This role focuses on overseeing mechanical engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring project activities, coordinating with various stakeholders, and mitigating project risks. The successful candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise and leadership capability, contributing to the successful execution of key initiatives within the organization, fostering a collaborative environment in George .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of mechanical engineering projects, from scope definition to final delivery.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and track progress against milestones.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, and quality assurance.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
• Communicate project status, updates, and challenges to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in mechanical project management .
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and systems.
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Contribution to medical aid and pension fund.
• Access to continuous learning and development programs.
• A key role in impactful projects within the George region.