Lead Controls Program Engineer - Fed-Ex

Responsibilities

• Gain an in-depth understanding of complex FedEx technical standards and project requirements to inform strategic planning.
• Promote the development of comprehensive engineering strategies, resource plans, and project timelines in alignment with multifaceted project scopes.
• Cookordination and critically review multidisciplinary design efforts to ensure seamless integration and adherence to the highest technical standards.
• Act as the internal lead technical interface for FedEx, establishing trust and guiding strategic conversations across the FORTNA organization.
• Aid the strategic sourcing of materials and components, optimizing resource allocation and scheduling.
• Display superior communication skills, leading by example to drive effective collaboration and cross-disciplinary integration.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of multidisciplinary engineering processes.
• Exceptional leadership and strategic planning abilities.
• Superior communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Broad technical expertise across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Proficient in project scheduling and resource management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of technical project management.

Qualifications

• Engineering Bachelor's degree (or similar engineering program) from an accredited college with 10+ years of relevant experience, or 12+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• 5+ years of experience in technical project leadership, with a track record of managing complex projects.

Other Qualifications Desired

• Valid driver’s license and able to rent a car without a co-renter.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Proficiency in conflict resolution.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Adaptability and learning agility.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker.
• Resilience and persistence.
• Customer-centric mindset.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, kneel, crouch and balance frequently.
• Ability to climb, ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, etc., using feet, legs and/or hands and arms frequently.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 75lbs occasionally.
• Ability to sit/stand frequently for long and/or intermittent periods of time.
• Time spent between general office environment (with normal sitting, standing and minimal, nominal lifting) and active construction site visits.
• Time spent on active job sites includes subject to noise, being in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical power and control systems, and high places.
• Personal Protective Equipment required at active job sites.

Pay

Base Salary Range: The base salary range for this role is $115,900 to $173,800. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance.