Job Information
Actalent Project Manager in Woodridge, Illinois
Job Description:
This candidate will be managing several projects at a time which can include project that work with products like gauges, clusters, displays, sensors, controllers, etc. They will also be aiding in Supply chain management and sourcing components from suppliers / vendors along with migrating manufacturing suppliers. 75% of the time will be dedicated to project management activities. The project management activities this candidate will be responsible for will be mostly tied to project health, meaning is the project on track / on time, are they hitting milestones and deadlines, etc. Much of this will be managed through the use of Gannt charts. They will also be responsible for providing updates to project stakeholders. The projects they will be managing will be predominately Hardware Development / Electrical Engineering. They will also interface with Software Engineering and Mechanical Engineering teams that have inputs that tie into the product. 25% of the time will be spent on technical hands on activities mostly around testing.
Top Skills Details:
project management
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
7+ years of experience
BS in Electrical Engineering or similar
Strong experience in project management
Ability to manage several projects at a time
Strong experience with Gannt charts
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate and provide updates to project stakeholders
Past technical experience within hardware engineering and electrical engineering is desired
Ability to step in and help execute tests as needed
Experience Level:
Intermediate Level
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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