Engineering Project Leader at Carrier Global in Fort Wayne, IN

Engineering Project Leader Location: CAI19: UTEC-Huntington, 111 East Wayne Street, Fort Wayne, IN, 46802 USA About Carrier Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier. About This Role As an engineering project leader, you are responsible for leading electronic control projects from initial planning through execution and closeout. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives while supporting both new product introduction (NPI) and sustaining initiatives. Working in a matrixed organization, the project leader partners closely with engineering, product management, sourcing, manufacturing, quality, and external suppliers to develop executable project plans, manage risks, and drive accountability across the project lifecycle. The project leader also plays a key role in continuously improving project management standard work, tools, and processes to enable consistent, predictable project delivery. Strong communication, ownership, and the ability to balance technical, schedule, and cost considerations are critical to success. Key Responsibilities Lead end‑to‑end execution of engineering projects, from requirements definition through validation and production/release Coordinate development of product/project requirements thru customer and product engineering to create an executable project plan Monitor progress and proactively address scope, schedule, cost, and technical risks Drive timely decision‑making and escalation when needed Prepare and present technical and project updates in a clear and concise manner Role Purpose Lead cross‑functional engineering projects from concept through launch, ensuring technical integrity, schedule adherence, cost control, and customer satisfaction Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for projects... communicate status, risks, trade-offs, and decisions clearly Drive projects to predictability and speed - leverage existing data sets and track project deliverables to enable continuous improvements and risk optimization Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, tools, and project execution methods Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (Science, technology, engineering or mathematics preferred) Ability and willingness to travel as required by project needs 7+ years of progressive engineering experience 3 + years leading engineering projects and programs Preferred Qualifications Proven project leadership experience through completing multiple projects cradle-to-grave. Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification Experience leading customer‑facing or externally funded projects Foundation in software or hardware design engineering of electronic controls Experience running projects with production via contract manufacturing Strong communication in a global matrix organization w/ stakeholders across engineering, operations, quality, sales, customers, et al Pay Range The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. Other Compensation This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements. Benefits Employees are eligible for benefits, including: Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives Retirement Benefits Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation Disability: Short-term and long-term disability Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account Tuition Assistance To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws. Application Deadline Applications will be accepted for at least 3  days from Job Posting Date: 30 April 2026 Job Applicant's Privacy Notice Please click on the link to review the Job Applicant Privacy Notice. Use of AI Technology-enabled tools may support parts of the recruitment process, with oversight by people.