Project Manager II

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for someone to join our Process Engineering team as an Engineering Project Manager II in Pullman, WA.

The Project Manager II is responsible for planning, coordinating, and driving the execution of engineering projects that support new product development, manufacturing automation, and manufacturing engineering initiatives. This role partners closely with R&D, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure projects are aligned, risks are managed, and deliverables are achieved on schedule and on budget.

The ideal candidate has experience managing technical projects within manufacturing environments and can effectively coordinate cross-functional teams to support product launches, automation deployments, engineering changes, and process improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage cross-functional engineering projects from concept through implementation and project closeout.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, resource requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Partner with R&D, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to coordinate project execution.
• Facilitate project reviews, status updates, and communication across technical and business stakeholders.
• Coordinate Engineering Change Management (ECM) activities and ensure timely implementation of engineering changes.
• Identify project risks, dependencies, and resource constraints, and drive resolution plans.
• Support implementation of manufacturing automation, capital equipment, robotics, and process improvement initiatives.
• Track project performance metrics and communicate project status, risks, and key decisions to leadership.
• Promote Agile project management practices and continuous improvement within project teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of project management experience.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies, including backlog management, sprint planning, and project prioritization.
• Demonstratable experience supporting project budgeting, capital and operating expense planning, resource allocation, capacity planning, forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Experience with project scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL
• Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, or equivalent certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of project management experience supporting engineering, automation, or product development projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI, including developing dashboards, reports, and data visualizations to support business decision-making.
• Experience supporting manufacturing automation, capital equipment, or industrial systems implementation.
• Familiarity with Engineering Change Management (ECM), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and ERP systems.
• Experience working in factory operations, manufacturing engineering, or industrial engineering environments.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, push, pull and maneuver up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 35 pounds occasionally
• Reach, Bend, Twist
• Sit and stand for at least 8 hours
• Vision correctable to 20/30 or better
• Ability to differentiate color
• Proficient in the use of computer keyboard devices

Location: Pullman, WA – This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area. 

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.  
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range: $36.56 – $54.03 per hour

We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Project Manager II level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.

Project Manager I: $29.16 – $43.10 per hour

Project Manager II: $36.56 – $54.03 per hour

Project Manager III: $86,700 – $128,100 annually

Communication with Applicants 

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.