Lead Project Engineer
Job Title : Technical Lead - Manufacturing & Engineering
Location : Columbus, GA 31901
Area Code : 762, 706
Shift : 1st
Employment Type : Direct, Full Time
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Job Summary :
Belcan is seeking a Technical Leader for a full-time, direct position in Columbus, GA. Candidates must possess a BS Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, or equivalent experience.
This leadership role involves steering a team and handling Statement of Work (SOW) tasks. The ideal candidate should be an energetic engineer, capable of team leadership and development, and possess a good understanding of manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities include effectively navigating through challenges, multitasking, and confidently engaging with customer leadership to secure additional projects.
A strong inclination towards mentoring and team building is essential.
Job Duties :
- Lead and manage a team of engineers and support staff to complete SOW tasks and objectives.
- Regularly interact with customers to ensure timely and quality completion of workload.
- Engage with senior customer leaders to explore further work opportunities.
- Manage recruitment, training, and onboarding of new staff, coordinating with HR.
- Handle administrative tasks like ordering equipment and arranging system access for team members.
- Mentor and guide new employees in manufacturing and project-related areas.
- Set work priorities, approve timecards, and address daily operational issues.
- Collaborate with MSCS team members in other factories for team training enhancement.
Desired Qualifications :
- BS Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- 3 or more years of manufacturing and engineering experience in a relevant field
- 1 or more years of technical leadership, people management, or project management experience
- Ability to understand engineering and manufacturing drawings
- Strong understanding of GD&T
- Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic, fast paced environment
- Ability to collaborate and communicate with a variety of personalities, discipline groups, and tiers within the organization
- Self-motivated and eager to soak up learning like a sponge
- Computer savvy; advanced in MS Excel for various applications is advantageous
- US Citizenship is required due to the work nature.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills :
- Experience with supplier & customer relations
- NX / Team Center skills are advantageous.
- Aerospace, turbine, or airfoil engineering experience
- Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. Benefits offered MAY include health, dental, vision, and life insurance;
401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and paid leave required by law. Salary guidelines for similar roles at Belcan are $38.
00-45.00 per hour. Guidelines vary based on many factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, experience, discipline, geographic location, market, and business considerations.
EOE / F / M / Disability / Veterans
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