Lead Engineer - Project Management

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Job Description Summary Systems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of the customers with the goal of providing a quality product that meets the users needs. The discipline that executes a robust process of design, creation, and optimization of systems, consisting of identification and quantification of system requirements, creation of alternate system design concepts, performance of design trade studies, selection and implementation of the best designs and verification that the design is properly integrated and executed. Process that proceeds from concept to production to operation. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work if the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.). The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.). Job Description Essential Responsibilities Lead the integration of components and products (turbine, main inlet valve, generator, hydro-mechanical equipment, governor, balance of plant, control system) to ensure maximum performance and operability. Manage requirements, specifications, and product/system flow across disciplines. Direct verification and validation activities for the overall product/system, including system-level testing. Define product requirements for module/component teams, subcontractors, and partners. Manage the technical interface between components and execution organizations. Lead CTQ (Critical-to-Quality) and technical risk negotiations with component design teams. Coordinate configuration management activities in line with project configuration control processes. Drive engineering deliverables to meet the project schedule. Actively support control of engineering expenses against project budget, developing working knowledge of cost-to-complete, estimate-at-completion, and margin tracking. Partner with Procurement/Supply Chain (PSCM) to meet project material cost targets and ensure safety/quality processes are applied. Collaborate with, and increasingly represent Engineering within, the Project Core Team to optimize project plans. Serve as the primary technical point of contact with the Customer, Project Management, Value Chain, Engineering, and Partners — building toward broader project relationship ownership. Own technical risk/opportunity assessments and contribute to broader project risk reviews (schedule, commercial, technical). Provide technical leadership and support to project sites for issue resolution, including guiding cross-discipline coordination. Apply in-depth knowledge of a technical engineering discipline, analytical thinking, and technical expertise to execute engineering strategies. Maintain awareness of industry best practices, market trends, and competitive differentiation. Propose innovative solutions outside standard parameters to address complex or interdependent technical challenges. Use internal and external sources/networks judiciously to support decision-making. Act as a technical resource and mentor for less experienced engineers; begin developing team leadership and coaching capabilities. Communicate expectations clearly, build consensus, and manage delicate stakeholder discussions — a core competency for future PM roles. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Control Engineering (or equivalent). Engineering experience, preferably in turnkey electromechanical projects, including in project/system engineering roles. Solid understanding of hydro power plant equipment and systems (turbines, generators, governors, balance of plant, control systems). Demonstrated readiness to grow into broader project leadership responsibilities. Desired Qualifications Exposure to project financial management, cost control, or project controls tools (e.g., EVM, EAC/ETC tracking). Familiarity with contractual/commercial aspects of turnkey project execution. Prior experience coordinating multi-discipline teams or leading small project workstreams. Desired Characteristics Strong commitment to internal and external customers Transparent, engaged, and proactive Responsive and adaptable Leads by example Effective in global, cross-cultural collaboration Champions On-Time Delivery, Cost-to-Complete, Compliance, EHS, and Quality mindset Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No