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This role requires strong planning, coordination, and communication skills to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards. Acting as the technical authority and primary liaison between engineering teams, customers, and internal stakeholders, the Project Leader Engineer II plays a critical role in driving successful project outcomes.\nResponsibilities & Tasks\nProject Execution\nLead projects from concept through customer handover, ensuring strong technical execution, positive financial performance, and overall project success.\nOversee complete system design activities, including hardware systems, network architecture, software development (PLC and/or PC-based systems), electrical installation, component integration, commissioning, and testing.\nEnsure system functionality, technical accuracy, and quality across all material handling solutions.\nProject Planning & Coordination\nDevelop and maintain detailed engineering project plans and schedules; monitor progress and provide regular updates.\nCoordinate engineering activities with the Project Manager, Site Manager, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders.\nCollaborate closely across the value chain to ensure aligned, efficient, and seamless project execution.\nDocumentation & Reporting\nCreate and maintain functional system specifications, interface specifications, and high-level test plans (FAT, SAT, CAT), including validation activities.\nManage all engineering-related project information and ensure proper documentation control and archiving.\nProvide clear, consistent progress reports - including risks, issues, and opportunities - to the Project Manager and Engineering Manager.\nBudget & Safety\nMonitor and control engineering budgets throughout the project lifecycle.\nPerform health and safety analyses and coordinate safety-related activities during the engineering phase.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience.\nMinimum of 5 years of experience working on large-scale material handling systems.\nAbility and willingness to travel up to 50% or as required by project milestones.\nProactive, hands-on, and self-directed work style.\nStrong problem-solving skills, especially under pressure.\nAbility to balance quality, schedule, cost, scope, and resources effectively.\nDemonstrated ability to lead specialized teams on complex technical projects.\nAbility to motivate, mentor, and support team members.\nBasic understanding of mechanical installation and design standards.\nWorking knowledge of controls engineering principles.\nFamiliarity with electrical installation and design standards.\nProficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.\nPreferred Qualifications\nProject Management certification or relevant project management experience.\nTechnical background in material handling processes and applicable industry standards.\nAdvanced knowledge of software testing methodologies.\nLeadership experience managing project teams and contributing to people development.\nEEOC Statement\nWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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