OverviewProject 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 and InclusionVanderlande 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 ..... full job details .....