Project Engineer

Leonardo is a global industrial group, among the main global players in Aerospace, Defence and Security that realises multi-domain technological capabilities in Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security and Space. With over 53,000 employees worldwide, the company has a solid industrial presence in Italy, the UK, Poland and the US. It also operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures and investments. A key player in major international strategic programmes, it is a technological and industrial partner of governments, defence administrations, institutions and companies.

You’ll be joining the Automation business unit which is focused on providing full range of systems and solutions for the automation of airport baggage handling, mail sorting centres and courier logistics hubs, based on more than 40 years’ experience.

This is a pivotal time for the Automation B.U. as it grows rapidly within the US, making this moment a great opportunity to bring your talent and be part of Leonardo’s Automation future.

The Role:

We are looking for Project Engineer Manager (PEM) that will be responsible for all the System Engineering and Engineering activities undertaken within the Integrated Project Team (IPT); she/he ensures that the Project Engineering Team delivers the technical solution compliant with the customer's requirements within given costs and schedule.

Main responsibilities are:

• Formulate user requirements as starting point for system design;
• Interact with the Clients to interpret their needs and requirements;
• Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects;
• Prepare and maintain a System Engineering Management Plan;
• Monitor Engineering progress and set milestones and deadlines;
• Create, with the support of the Technical Leaders, the Technical Purchase Specs for sub-supliers;
• Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, customer requirements, performance standards and specifications;
• Review and verify engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions;
• Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, personnel’s performance) and report regularly on project status;
• Assign responsibilities and mentor project team;
• Coordinate on-site commissioning activities, with the main aim of ensuring compliance with project requirements, for example, non-exhaustive:
• Coordinates on-site test activities, internal and with the customer, with the support of the Test Manager
• Supervise the remaining project closure activities (open points) ensuring that the individual points are addressed and completed.

What Will Put You Ahead:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field of study
• Expert: 3-5 years of experience, preferably in Baggage Handling System for Airports or equivalent conveyor-based industries (i.e. manufacturing, automotive, …).
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Excel, MS Project.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities;
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
• Adaptability to evolving technologies and industry standards;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and timelines.

Language skills:

• Italian language skills are a plus.

Other:

• Drivers licence
• Availability to travel30-50 % of the time per year
• Must be able to work in U.S.
• Availability to work Hybrid (from home and in office at the Braniff Centre in Dallas - Love Fld)

What we offer:

This position in permanent, full Time. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that considers a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, and discipline.

Benefits offered include health care, dental care, vision, life insurance; 401(k); Paid leave, including PTO, statutory holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

By working with us, you will be able to increase your skills and build a career path of excellence.

Find out more about us online:

Leonardo: Aerospace, Defence and Security | Leonardo

Automation: Handling and sorting Automation Solutions | the Automation website of Leonardo (leonardocompany.com)