Job Title: Project ManagerJob Description
This position requires a technical background equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Qualified candidates must possess excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to plan, direct, control, and coordinate multiple global activities simultaneously. A thorough knowledge of project planning and management procedures, lean practices, risk management, and effective engineering techniques is required. A strong foundation in engineering, project planning, machine construction, communications, and basic qualitative/quantitative evaluation is preferred. Candidates should enjoy and be able to easily create relationships with internal and external customers.
Responsibilities
- Plan, direct, control, and coordinate multiple global activities simultaneously.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.
- Apply thorough knowledge of project planning and management procedures.
- Utilize lean practices and risk management strategies effectively.
- Employ effective engineering techniques in project execution.
Essential Skills
- Project management
- Engineering
- Lean Six Sigma
- Risk management
- Project coordination
- Machine design
- Automated machinery
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
- Understanding of complex mechanical systems and PLC-driven machine automation
- Strong foundation in project planning and analysis
- Proficient in Microsoft Project and Microsoft suite
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
- Estimated travel is 5-20% or as required
Work Environment
The work environment involves planning and managing multiple global activities in a dynamic setting, requiring effective communication and relationship-building with both internal and external customers. The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Project and the Microsoft suite, with occasional travel estimated at 5-20% or as required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Canton, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $50.48/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in North Canton,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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