Project Engineering Manager jobs in Detroit, MI

Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure.  Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions.  Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do.  Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is currently seeking a Project Manager to be based in our Hammond, IN office supporting our Toledo / Detroit region. The position requires well-rounded expertise in the refining, oil & gas ,chemical, and steelmaking industries. Experience in other heavy industrial engineering projects such as manufacturing, mining, materials processing, and utilities will also be considered. Orbital is evaluating candidates based upon their project management experience, technical knowledge, field experience, and engineering design skill sets.

Essential duties and responsibilities  

• Responsible for the execution of engineering and design activities for assigned projects as leader of project team.
• Schedule, organize and direct other engineers, designers, and subcontractors in the completion of activities.
• Function as Project Lead on specific projects as required. 
• Prepare, or supervise the preparation of, single or multidiscipline engineering proposals including development of scopes of work, project schedules and cost estimates.
• Prepare, review and/or check engineering calculations, designs, drawings and other project documents related to this specific discipline on projects as required.
• Develop, maintain and upgrade technical standards/specifications to be used on specific projects, as well as centralized design basis and historical references.
• Complete all tasks in accordance with design and project execution procedures and guidelines as set forth in corporate Quality Management System.
• Assist in the development of standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed within the department.
• Provide enhanced customer support as a technical liaison and support regional business development initiatives as a technical recourse.

Minimum Requirements

A minimum of 15 years of engineering experience in the utility and industrial environments (particularly oil & gas, chemical and refining) is required. Successful experience in leadership roles managing engineering and design teams in a consulting engineering environment is preferred.  Superior communication and interpersonal skills are essential.​​  Project management experience including an understanding and use of project management and project control principles and tools is required.  Candidates should have a thorough understanding and aptitude in the use of current computer software including general office products, design and business enterprise software.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or Process preferred).
• P.E. License or ability to obtain one within one year of employment a plus.
• PMP Certification or ability to obtain one within one year of employment a plus.

This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D.  Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees.