Mechanical Project Management

Oxford Global Resources; Mount Olive (NJ); On-site; USD 94,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Global Resources is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead complex design, testing, and evaluation of mechanical systems. You will define project plans, coordinate cross-functional teams, and mentor engineers through development cycles to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires 8-10 years of mechanical engineering experience, hands-on drafting with ASME Y14.5, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Requires 8-10 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining operations, casting, etc.
• Outstanding Microsoft Office skills.
• Must have a minimum of 1000 hours SolidWorks 2005+ and 4-5 years of drafting experience with a focus in ASME Y14.5E STD.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational ability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Define (scope) and implement project plans in accordance with the client's needs from pre-selling activities through project completion.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans within the scope of new product development processes.
• Orchestrate team efforts to achieve milestones and resolve issues.
• Communicate across all project disciplines to ensure awareness of milestones, risks, and issues.
• Conduct regular meetings with project teams to resolve issues and share updates.
• Ensure project requirements are achieved on time and within budget.
• Assemble project team, identify resources, assign responsibilities and develop time frames.
• Mentor other engineers in best practices and industry trends.
• Interact with customers for product development and coordinate with Engineering, Sales, Production, Purchasing and Management.

Skills

Project leadership

Mechanical engineering

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

Responsible for performing highly complex activities relating to the design, testing, and evaluation of mechanical systems, subassemblies and components.

Project Details

• Define (scope) and implement project plans in accordance with the client's needs as early as pre-selling activities, through proposal scoping and through project start up, execution and completion. This role will cover the entire life cycle.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans within the scope of new product development processes and new technology development.
• Orchestrate team efforts to achieve milestones and resolve issues.
• Communicate frequently across all project disciplines to ensure both team and management is aware of upcoming milestones as well as risks/issues.
• Conduct regular meetings with project teams to resolve issues and risks, maintain engagement and focus, and share updates with all team members.
• Ensure project requirements are achieved in a timely fashion and within budget guidelines.
• Assemble project team, identify needed resources, assign responsibilities and develop time frames to facilitate successful completion of project activities and deliverables.
• Mentor other engineers in best practices, industry trends and skill development.
• Work and communicate effectively with all employees including but not limited to: Engineering, Sales, Production, Purchasing and Management.
• Direct interaction with customer for the purpose of product development.
• Possess an enthusiastic attitude and work as part of a team.

Job Experience

• Requires 8-10 years of previous experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining operations, casting, etc.
• Outstanding Microsoft office skills.
• Must have a minimum of 1000 hours SolidWorks 2005+ and 4-5 years of drafting experience with a focus in ASMEY 14.5E STD.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational ability and attention to detail.

Hourly Rate: 68-88

Equal Employment Opportunity

Oxford is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Oxford will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Benefits

• Oxford provides supplemental medical (we do not offer major medical), dental, vision, life, and disability benefit plans along with a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid holidays based on eligibility and paid sick leave for applicable jurisdiction, as required.

Accommodations

Oxford is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.