Lead Project Engineer

This position will be responsible and accountable for the direct supervision, coordination, and performance of assigned Engineering projects.  Personally, and through a group of designers, draftsman and engineers, will ensure timely completion and accuracy of assigned tasks at all phases from design stage to its implementation and potentially to production launch. Will report directly to the Project Engineering Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Leads assigned projects with focus on scope/requirements definition, risk management, reporting, coordinating key project activities, progress tracking, change management, testing and validation coordination and budget adherence. Manages Charter.
2. Ensures all project elements are completed as planned. Including Design reviews, FMEA & Hazard Analyses.
3. Creates and reviews tasks and hour assessments for each project assigned.
4. Prepares data and create reports (including SR&ED and funded projects periodic reports - technical and financial) on project status including completed and outstanding work in accordance with the defined reporting structure.
5. Establishes effective communication, cooperation, and information flow with other Engineering Groups and departments for project coordination and execution.
6. Provides required engineering support to Production, Quality Assurance, Customer Service Support and other departments as required.
7. Acts as dir