The Panther Group

Support engineering projects through planning, tracking, and coordination, including risk management and process improvements. | Requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, 7+ years of relevant experience, and familiarity with defense industry standards, which your experience does not align with. | We are hiring an experienced Engineering Project Manager for our client located in Sterling Heights, Michigan. This is an on-site role. This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance) Responsibilities: • Assist in applying basic project management concepts, practices, and procedures to support engineering projects. • Support the creation and maintenance of project plans and schedules. • Assist in tracking project funding and budgets under supervision. • Help maintain and update project demand files with guidance. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project goals. • Assist in collecting and reporting metrics to monitor project performance. • Gain familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) systems. • Provide logistical and administrative support for technical and programmatic events. • Support system-level design, integration, build, and test activities as part of a team. • Assist in preparing materials for leadership and customer reviews. • Contribute to program team efforts by completing assigned tasks on time. • Provide support for bid preparation and proposal efforts as needed. • Assist in coordinating and tracking problem reports for prioritization and resolution. • Support change processing metrics by tracking and reporting on progress. • Assist in evaluating and disseminating customer feedback for action. • Contribute ideas for process improvements under mentorship. • Gain experience with Teamcenter and other relevant tools. • Support risk management activities by identifying and documenting potential risks. Minimum Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related field. Other degrees will be considered with relevant experience. • Minimum of 7+ years of relevant work experience • Minimum of 3 years of experience with Department of Defense or similar industry highly desired • PMP Certification Preferred • Demonstrated ability to lead meetings and work with cross-functional teams • Experience in design, development of complex systems • Ability to assess technical risk • Must have analytical, planning and problem-solving skills • Proficiency in Windows XP and Microsoft Office with adequate computer skills to manage the development of presentations and other methods of media display • Must have strong oral and written communication skills • Must have excellent business acumen and negotiating skills • Ability to travel as needed as some traveling may be required Pay $60 - $63 / hour W2 depending on Experience #INDENG #ZR