Head of Project Engineering Department - 240476

Head of Project Engineering Department – Automated Systems

Job Description

We are seeking a senior Head of Project Engineering Department to lead and oversee project engineering activities within the field of automated systems.

This role involves full ownership of the company’s project engineering operations, including leading multidisciplinary engineering teams, managing execution and installation activities, coordinating cross-functional interfaces, and ensuring optimal project delivery from the design phase through to final handover to customers—while meeting quality, budget, and timeline objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage engineering, installation, and execution teams, including task prioritization, resource allocation, and team development

Drive collaboration and alignment across all project stakeholders to ensure synchronization and achievement of departmental goals

Oversee planning, monitoring, and management of departmental resources across the entire project lifecycle—from design and execution to implementation and delivery

Identify potential risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies

Work closely with engineering, planning, electrical, control, and software teams, maintaining strong communication with clients and subcontractors

Prepare and present weekly project progress reports to senior management

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Industrial Engineering & Management

Proven experience managing complex projects in an industrial environment, with emphasis on multi-interface projects

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across engineering, execution, and installation

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including prioritization, workload management, and meeting departmental targets

Strong knowledge and understanding of construction and structural plans – mandatory

Familiarity with technologies related to automated systems (e.g., conveyors, cranes, storage systems) – advantage

Strong leadership skills, including team motivation, negotiation, problem-solving, and working across multiple interfaces

Ability to operate in a dynamic, high-pressure environment and meet tight deadlines

Strategic and system-level thinking, including long-term planning, decision-making, and process improvement leadership

High level of ownership, independence, and ability to drive cross-organizational initiatives

Willingness to engage in frequent fieldwork across project sites

Proficiency in Excel, MS Project, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD – advantage

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