In accordance with SKF USA recruiting policy, please be advised that to be considered you must:

• Be in your current position for at least 12 months.
• Have received a Full Achievement or higher overall performance rating.
• Notify your current Manager of your application for this position.

Reports to: Design Engineer Manager

Location: Elgin, IL

Job ID: 23242

Salary Range: $84,000.00 to $100,000.00

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Manager to oversee multiple concurrent product development projects within our aerospace-focused organization. This role is critical in coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring timely delivery of elastomeric product solutions that meet quality and performance standards.

Project Coordination

• Manage and prioritize 6–8 active projects simultaneously.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design Engineering, Test, Mold Design, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, and Quality.
• Ensure alignment of project goals with company objectives and customer requirements.

Schedule & Issue Tracking

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date Gantt charts for all active projects.
• Support Engineering to track and manage each project’s Open Issues Log, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings, to help drive progress.

Supplier & Procurement Support

• Work with Purchasing to monitor open purchase orders and supplier delivery status.
• Escalate delays or risks to ensure continuity in project timelines.

Communication & Reporting

• Provide clear and consistent updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Create and distribute project documentation, timelines, issue logs, and meeting notes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in aerospace or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with custom or engineered components is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project and Excel).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience working in a team-based product development environment.
• Understanding of aerospace industry standards and supplier management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project needs.

Please note internal candidates will receive a confirmation that they have successfully applied for position.

This Position is NOT open for International Recruitment.