Eaton’s Fuel and Motion Control division within our Aerospace sector is currently seeking a Lead Project Engineer to join our team. This position is based at our Grand Rapids, MI facility. Position Overview: The Lead Project Engineer will provide engineering team leadership for the new product development of aerospace electro-mechanical actuation products from proposal through initial production. This role includes leading the technical Integrated Product Team (IPT) by driving the team to program milestones, controlling costs, design integrity and ensuring a high-level of engineering discipline. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. In this function you will: Lead an IPT of mechanical, electrical, software, system, test, motor, and other engineers to develop new or upgrade existing electro-mechanical actuator products for aerospace applications. Lead proposal teams in response to customer requests for quote and internal cost out initiatives. Plan the design, analysis and verification activities for new product developments. Deliver on program milestones by estimating task durations, identify resource needs and track tasks to closure. Assume ownership of architecture and functional description of products or systems being developed. Drive engineering discipline with regards to first pass yield, on-time delivery and design in accordance with Eaton standards. Oversee development testing and review engineering test data to ensure product requirement compliance. Manage product requirements through requirements management tool (DOORS) including impact assessments, customer change notices and internal requirement flow down. Manage assigned tasks and team tasks to meet schedule and budget. Responsible for being the main technical customer interface for project. Champion process adherence and improvement across the engineering organization, and enforces adherence to processes and standards on assigned programs. Assist with continuous improvement through writing new processes and/or improving existing processes or standards. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Engineering degree from an accredited institution. Minimum of five (5) years of Engineering experience. Minimum of three (3) years of new product development experience. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship both now and in the future This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates who currently reside within a 50-mile radius of the Grand Rapids MI facility will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Preferred qualifications: Master’s Degree Experience leading New Product Development team(s) from product inception through to initial production launch. Experience leading combined electrical and mechanical development programs. Experience managing multiple projects and activates Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Willing and able to work with suppliers and offshore resources. Capable of communicating project status to senior leaders of the organization. Capable of developing productive working relationships with functions and organizations outside of Engineering. At Eaton, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. In addition to a competitive base salary, Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits at a Glance. Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. 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It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above. Job: Engineering Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: AER FMC Fuel Motion Control Systems Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Hybrid Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time