Overview
Project Leader Engineering – London Heathrow, UK. Reports to Senior Project Manager Engineering. Permanent contract.
Introduction to role: The UK Engineering team works as an integrated partner of the Worldwide Vanderlande Engineering team, consisting of over 1000 engineers from all automated handling disciplines. In this challenging and fast-paced position, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the growth and continued success of Vanderlande.
Role Responsibilities
* Managing the planning of engineering projects by being a stakeholder manager and creating and owning the engineering project plan
* Technical leading of internal and external teams to successful project execution
* Proactively controlling the budget of engineering projects by identifying risk and opportunities and evaluating engineering scope and modifications, including ongoing reporting
* Managing the Technical Solution, including delivery of (sub-)systems with the right quality as a technical business partner to customers and other external parties
* Execution of health and safety analysis and ensuring implementation thereof in the design
* Continuously improving project management processes and best practices to support better engineering project delivery
Role Qualification And Skills
* A strong team player and effective communicator
* A lateral thinker with a wide depth of field (able to see the big picture)
* Relevant Degree in mechanical, electrical or controls engineering
* Experience managing complex engineering projects for demanding customers in a dynamic, system-critical environment, including technical lead of multidiscipline teams
* Qualified Project Management knowledge with proficiency in engineering projects, ideally within material handling systems (Electrical/Mechanical/LLC/HLC/Safety)
* Strong verbal and written communication skills with proficient MS Office usage
What We Offer
* 28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)
* Bupa Medical Cover
* YuLife – Wellbeing membership with fast GP access and wellbeing perks
* Challenging work environment with opportunities for career progression
* Cycle to work scheme
* Pension with Aviva
* Access to Achievers recognition platform
Diversity & Inclusion
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. If you feel there is a barrier, we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Automation Machinery Manufacturing and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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