Senior Project Engineer

Sunmed Llc; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AirLife in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Sr Project Engineer to lead and coordinate engineering efforts on assigned projects, collaborating with corporate and manufacturing teams.

You will guide project managers, establish criteria, and provide lifecycle support from planning through execution, ensuring quality and on-time delivery. The role emphasizes strong communication, problem solving, and cross-functional leadership across global teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years proven experience in project engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in business or related field, PM certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with project managers and cross-functional team to determine engineering and technical needs.
• Establishes relationships with stakeholders and teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Assists in development of project plans, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Anticipates risks and defines mitigation strategies.
• Analyzes materials, methods, and equipment to optimize financial benefit and timelines.
• Defines testing, verification, and validation strategy with project managers and plants.
• Coordinates across sites to ensure timely analysis and execution of tasks.
• Resolves emergent issues with fast, decisive teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

PM Certifications (advantage)

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

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Full Time Grand Rapids, MI, US

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

At AirLife, we are dedicated to improving the quality of every breath. Excellence with Every Breath is not just a tag line, but the way we work and take care of our customers. With a mindset to evolve, innovate, and grow, we are a premier manufacturer of the highest-quality and market-leading breathing consumables. This growth philosophy has positioned us to increase our global footprint and business reach, impacting even more people around the world. Our expanding family of the most trusted brands offers a product portfolio that spans the continuum of care from first responder to home care, with safety, patient comfort, and clinical performance in mind. Collective expertise allows us to provide quality products and experiences to our patients, customers, and our people. Our values of Customer first, Differentiate with our People, Bias for Action, Continuous Improvement and Accountability define who we are and how we work. Join us!

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for all technical and engineering aspects for assigned projects. The Sr Project Engineer works to establish criteria for proper implementation of all the technical elements of projects in collaboration with corporate and manufacturing site personnel. Provide guidance to the project manager and team throughout the project lifecycle.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum competencies needed to perform the job's essential duties include knowledge, skills, abilities, level of education, and experience necessary for successful performance. These competencies are demonstrated through specific service, education, or training.

Knowledge:

• Substantive technical, project management, customer liaison experience, gained over time within the organization.
• Experience in development and implementation of project control processes.
• Facilitate and encourage objective analysis of alternative points of view and be able to articulate the strengths and weaknesses of various business opinions to reach an informed decision.
• Leverage business insight to communicate highly technical information to ensure understanding across the business.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong, proactive analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with multiple discipline projects.
• Demonstrated collaboration and critical thinking skills alongside dedication to continuous improvement.

Level of Experience:

• Minimum of 5-7 years proven experience in project engineering.
• Medical device experience is beneficial.
• Proven experience working with global teams.
• Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Project.

Level of Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• Any additional Project Management Certifications will be considered an advantage.

Travel:

• As required based upon program and project needs.
• 3-5 days per month on average.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

The core tasks, duties, and responsibilities that must be performed on the job.

• Collaborates with project managers and a cross-functional team to determine engineering and technical needs.
• Establishes relationships with stakeholders, team members, and affected parties to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Assists in the development of project plans, project capital and expense budgets, and product cost estimates.
• Anticipates areas of risk and proactively defines mitigation strategies.
• Analyzes production materials, methods, and equipment to provide recommendations to optimize financial benefit, timelines, and production efficiency.
• Defines and develops the testing, verification, and validation strategy with project managers and production plant personnel.
• Coordinates with engineering and operations across all company sites to ensure accurate and timely analysis, planning, and execution of project tasks.
• Resolves emergent problems and crisis situations requiring fast, astute decisions and rapid implementation with effective teamwork.
• Manages third party resources for external testing.
• Ensures compliance with relevant standards, technical documentation, and best practices.

OTHER RESPONSIBLITIES

• Focus on achieving our Company mission.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in daily work; look for ways to improve and promote quality & safety.
• Inspire the trust of others; treat people with respect and dignity and embrace the value of diversity.
• Use time efficiently; perform job accurately, thoroughly, and conserve Company resources to improve profits.
• Contribute to building and maintaining a positive team environment.
• Assure all policies and guidelines are implemented and followed.

QUALITY POLICY

At AirLife, Quality is our promise. It is our commitment to customer satisfaction and our dedication to product excellence in an evolving global healthcare market. This promise is kept through a continuously improving and effective Quality Management System and compliance with Regulatory Requirements.

DEIA STATEMENT

At AirLife, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve. We believe our philosophy on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Advancement (DEIA) encourages excellence and equips us to serve an evolving global marketplace.

AirLife offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, bereavement leave, Employee Assistance Program resources, and medical leave benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Certain positions may also be eligible for bonus, commission, or other incentive compensation.