Job#: 3037792

Job Description:

Apex Systems is looking to hire an ONSITE Engineering Project Manager for our client based out of Greensboro, NC.

This assignment is anticipated to be a 6‑12 month contract with strong potential for extension; however, Apex Systems cannot guarantee the length of this assignment.

Job Title: Engineering Project Manager

Location: Greensboro, NC

Rate: $40-50/hr

Duration: Long term contract starting at 6-12 months will extend beyond that

This role will be 50 hours a week, Monday–Friday schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of complex, cross‑functional programs spanning software, hardware, and system integration components in an automotive setting.
• Drive execution across scope, timeline, cost, quality, and feature delivery while ensuring alignment with business and product objectives.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, milestones, and dependencies across multiple workstreams.
• Break down program scope into structured deliverables (epics, features, tasks) and manage execution through agile or hybrid methodologies.
• Monitor critical paths, identify risks, and proactively address delivery challenges.
• Coordinate across multiple engineering domains, including software development, systems engineering, testing, and operations.
• Act as the primary point of contact between stakeholders such as product teams, architecture groups, suppliers, and leadership.
• Drive cross‑team alignment in a distributed or global environment, ensuring consistent communication and execution.
• Manage requirements, scope changes, and technical trade‑offs while balancing competing priorities.
• Track and manage program budgets, resource allocation, and utilization.
• Maintain risk registers and lead mitigation efforts to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Ensure programs meet quality, regulatory, and security standards where applicable.
• Prepare and deliver status updates, reporting materials, and presentations for leadership and governance reviews.
• Utilize project management and collaboration tools to ensure transparency and documentation of program activities.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in engineering program management, project management, or engineering leadership roles.
• Experience leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives involving automotive system upgrades, engineering system upgrades.
• Strong planning and execution skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience working in agile, hybrid, or structured development environments.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders across multiple teams and organizational levels.
• Experience defining and managing scope, timelines, risks, and dependencies in large programs.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to navigate complex and ambiguous environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working in software‑driven or systems‑focused product development environments.
• Familiarity with system integration, verification, and validation processes.
• Exposure to regulated environments (e.g., safety‑critical or compliance‑driven systems).
• Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar project management platforms.

Why Work for Apex Systems:

• We offer weekly pay, direct deposit, competitive pay rates
• Health/Medical benefits, Life Insurance, 401k, Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Discounts to most major certification programs, access to multiple technical training platforms and programs

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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