Overview

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Program or Project Leader Engineer III.

Type: Contract
Job Title: Program or Project Leader Engineer III
Location: Newton, NC
Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Newton, NC
Pay Rate: $46.51/hour – $61.69/hour, based on experience
Work Hours: M-F 8am-5pm

Education: BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering

What You’ll Do:

• Lead cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, operations) in fiber optic cable production line start-up and qualification

• Develop and execute project timelines to meet customer requirements

• Drive manufacturing process improvements, throughput, quality, and 6-Sigma initiatives

• Facilitate problem-solving, root cause analysis, and process documentation (SOPs, Job Aids, Training)

• Ensure safety compliance and effective team collaboration

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

• 7+ years leading process engineering or project teams in a manufacturing environment

• Experience with high-speed optical fiber cable equipment is a plus

• Strong technical leadership, data-driven decision-making, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and team collaboration across diverse groups

Additional Information:

• No third-party resumes will be accepted

• Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted

• CTG will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws

• All individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors)

• CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer

• CTG is an E-Verify Company

To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below or email your Word version resume and salary expectations to