Project Engineer

Position: Contract Engineer Project portfolio and Quality

Key Purpose of the Job:

As a member of the Project Management team, the Contract Engineer will facilitate project gate reviews, act as a project scheduler, and consolidate gate meeting outcomes (GO/NO GO). The role involves monitoring risk assessments, advising project teams on gate outcomes, and ensuring adherence to quality standards at each project stage. The engineer will also support project quality initiatives, certification processes, and problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and ISO standards

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate project gate reviews and consolidate outcomes.
• Act as a project scheduler and ensure alignment with established processes.
• Monitor and follow up on project status with various stakeholders.
• Ensure projects meet defined quality criteria at each stage.
• Support project quality initiatives, including certification and audits.
• Apply problem-solving methodologies (8D, RCA, CAPA, 7QC tools).
• Conduct risk assessments and support mitigation planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.
• Support ISO 9001:2015 internal audits and compliance.
• Manage KPIs, MIS reporting, and participate in Management Review Meetings (MRM).

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Mechatronics or Electronics Engineering.
• 3-5 years of relevant functional experience in a similar role.

Key Skill & Knowledge Profile

• Strong knowledge of project scheduling and stage gate processes.
• Experience in an OEM environment with cross-functional collaboration.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and terminology.
• Familiarity with project quality standards and tools (8D, 7QC, RCA, CAPA).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and internal audit procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Project Management Certification (not mandatory).