Project Manager Automation - Project/Temporary Assignment

Verhaert On-site Consulting is a Belgian consulting firm founded in 2006. The organization provides solutions for companies and organizations in various sectors, including aerospace, medical devices, automotive and consumer electronics.
Together we work on challenging projects for leading clients and offer expertise in concept development, engineering, prototyping, testing and project management.
Verhaert On-site Consulting is part of the Verhaert Group Masters in Innovation.

This Role requires a Valid Belgian Working Permit

Long term project of 1 year

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Leader to lead the industrialization of Automated Guided Vehicles (= AGVs) in the Body Shop (= welding shop) and Final Assembly at our customer's premises with a focus on the Fleet Management System. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept to final implementation. You will be a part of an Industrialization team and will contribute to prepare and implement product and manufacturing processes (manual and automated).

Your Main tasks:

• Lead the planning and implementation of the AGV project in Body Shop and Final Assembly.
• Define project tasks and resource requirements.
• Develop full-scale project plans and manage project budget (time / technique / cost).
• Assemble and coordinate project members in the crossfunctional project team.
• Manage project resource allocation.
• Plan and schedule project timelines.
• Track project deliverables using the Buy-Off Book.
• Provide direction and support to the project team.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to define and update preventative/corrective maintenance programs.
• Assist and follow up with handover process toward Production.
• Share knowledge and experience, and offer trainings accordingly, to improve capability and competence of local engineers.
• Ensure quality assurance.
• Develop, maintain, and improve both local and global standards within your area.
• Maintain good communication within the area and other parts of the organization
• Project evaluations and assessment of results (time / technique / cost).
• Constantly monitor and report on the progress of the project to all stakeholders.
• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs.

• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• Proven experience in project management and industrial automation.
• Knowledge of AGVs, fleet management systems, welding processes, and industrial safety standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional project management and leadership skills.
• Experience of Manufacturing Engineering process and Facility, Tooling and Equipment process.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on an occasional basis.

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Join our engineering team, explore projects and embrace growth opportunities. Work in a stable innovation group, enjoy attractive benefits such as a company car, meal vouchers and insurance. Benefit from 20 vacation days and 12 ADV days for a balanced work-life experience. Grab this opportunity and make your career extraordinary with Verhaert On-Site Consulting!