E17Y0: Project Engineer (ID) Leça do Balio

E17Y0: Project Engineer (ID)
Porto
Leça do Balio, Porto, Portugal

As a Project Engineer in Field Operation Pick-up & Delivery, you will play a pivotal role in leading
- impact,
- functional projects that shape the future of our business. Reporting to senior leadership, you will provide technical expertise and strategic guidance on emerging systems trends and best practices. You’ll be responsible for managing vendor relationships, driving process improvements, and influencing key business decisions through thorough research, analysis, and forward planning. Your ability to collaborate across teams and engage with senior executives will ensure that our engineering initiatives deliver optimal results, while also maintaining compliance with internal standards and external regulations. You may move into the role of a Business Architect or EPIC/Product Owner in the team, depending on the current business need.

Who we are:

Fed
Ex is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work every moment to deliver the most important package of someone’s day. Our team of passionate people know their
-
- day work is invaluable in delivering outstanding experience to our customers. 530, 000 team members strong, we are as diverse as the world we serve. We love what we do, and we do it well. Our reach is big, and so are our dreams. Join us and let's write our next chapter together.

What you will be doing:

1. Provide technical expertise and strategic advice to senior and executive management on emerging systems trends, practices, and risks within your area of expertise.
2. Conduct thorough research and
   - depth analysis on complex issues, sourcing data from internal and external subject matter experts to drive business decisions.
3. Lead
   - functional,
   - impact projects and initiatives, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
4. Develop and implement innovative solutions to complex problems, aligning with Fed
   Ex standards and external regulations.
5. Monitor and evaluate risks and opportunities, providing recommendations that drive impactful cost and yield management decisions.
6. Create and present detailed reports, business plans, and proposals to senior leadership, influencing
   - level goals and planning activities.
7. Ensure ongoing compliance with internal Fed
   Ex processes, industry regulations, and legislative requirements.
8. Build strong relationships across divisions and with executive teams, contributing to the development and alignment of strategic goals and initiatives.

What do you bring with you:

1. A degree or professional qualification in Engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline.
2. Excellent command of English both written and spoken.
3. 5-10 years of relevant experience in project management, engineering, or a related field, with a proven track record of leading
   - functional initiatives and managing vendors.
4. Strong planning and organizing skills, with experience in developing and improving team processes and procedures. Familiarity with research, data analysis, and applying technical solutions to complex problems.
5. Expertise in managing
   - impact projects with the ability to lead and influence
   - functional teams. Experience in forward planning and organizing work over
   - term periods (up to a quarter).
6. Experience in managing and supervising the work of vendors, including occasional interaction with external suppliers and consultants.
7. Regular interaction with
   - line management, senior management, directors, and officers (VP level and above). Strong presentation and influencing skills to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
8. Desirable knowledge in the form of certifications or business accreditation in project management, systems engineering, or a related field are an advantage.

What do we offer:

• Attractive compensation package

• Training to get you started and
-
- job learning opportunities

• Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge

• Tuition Assistance Program (*applicable for Fed
Ex positions with a permanent contract)

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations

• Employee
- rate shipping

• Great career opportunities

• Fed
Ex is one of the worlds most admired companies and trusted brands year after year

Bring your ideas, individuality, and dreams to our global community. Feel good about where you work. Choose your career path - we’re ready to invest in your development. Join Fed
Ex.

Fed
Ex was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all.