Engineering Project Manager

Who is Re:Build Manufacturing?

Re:Build Manufacturing, LLC (Re:Build) is a rapidly growing family of industrial businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in operations management and technology to supercharge performance of our subsidiaries by implementing core technologies across industrial platforms in diverse growth markets. Our goal is to help revitalize the U.S. manufacturing base over the coming decades, creating substantial opportunities for our employees and the communities where we operate.

We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes for our customers, our employees, our communities and our investors. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged with a wide variety of opportunities and projects. We empower and support our employees to pursue their fullest potential and provide meaningful avenues for personal and professional growth.

About Re:Build Battery Solutions

Re:Build Battery Solutions is a turnkey battery provider focused on the design, development and manufacturing of durable, high-quality battery packs for motive and stationary energy storage applications. We also offer custom and off-the-shelf battery management systems (BMS) and we design and build battery process lines. We are committed to strengthening the US battery value chain by providing reliable, cost-effective, domestic technology solutions and exceptional customer service. Re:Build Battery Solutions is part of Re:Build Manufacturing, a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next-generation industrial company.

Who we are looking for

This role will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of battery projects within our organization. You will have a direct role in key decision-making to successfully deliver Re:Build battery solutions for many industries. You will be responsible for driving projects to completion, resolving issues, and delivering results that align with company objectives. It will require strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a deep understanding of the energy storage industry, a cooperative work style, and the ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with a distributed workforce.

What you get to do

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategically important projects related to lithium-ion battery solutions. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Manage and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of engineers, researchers, and technicians. Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project objectives.
• Develop detailed project schedules and manage project timelines to ensure on-time delivery. Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and ensure projects are completed within financial constraints.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Conduct regular risk assessments and adjust project plans as necessary to address emerging challenges.
• Perform appropriate level of engineering work to support the engineering team, if needed. Perform appropriate level of supplier and partner outreach to support the procurement team, if needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, milestones, and deliverables. Prepare and present project reports to senior management and other key stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to manage tough conversations.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet customer requirements, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Implement best practices for project management and continuous improvement.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-project evaluations. Ensure all project records are accurate and current.

What you bring to the Team

• 3 or more years of experience working in the lithium-battery space.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements for battery systems.
• Proven experience designing, testing, or manufacturing battery cells, modules, or packs.
• Proven experience in project management within the battery or energy storage industry.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.
• Strong project management skills, including proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira).
• Self-directed with strong leadership, team building, collaboration, communication, organizational skills.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability.
• Demonstrated ability and interest in working in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar with strong emphasis on practical work.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with BMS software development and control algorithms.

Location Requirement: Position is based out of our Pittsburgh PA plant.

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.