Principal Project Manager ESD-2011-P004

The Engineering Science Division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA), a contract research organization located in Panama City, Florida is seeking an outstanding Principal Engineer with a PhD degree and extensive experience in Energy Research to join our team in Peachtree City, Georgia, just south of Atlanta, to assist in the development of innovative technologies of national importance.

The successful candidate will lead and develop research activities in the SMART Energy Group dealing with Sustainable, Mobile, Alternative and Renewable Technologies. Responsibilities include planning, organizing and managing a project, or series of smaller projects or a definable piece of a larger program for successful completion and performance consistent with contractual agreements. Will direct and supervise all support resources for the performance of project assignments and activities. Including managing the technical direction of a project through the design, implementation, testing in accordance with project objectives and for acquiring follow-on business associated with assigned projects and for supporting new business development by leading or assisting with proposals. Projects managed are typically of moderate technical complexity, and requires PhD degree with 7 to 10 years of related (technical environment) experience and prior project management experience.

ARA is an employee-owned company with an attractive benefit package that includes 401K, Flexible Spending Plan and various insurance options.  Our specialty is finding innovative solutions to complex technical problems.  We are seeking talented and motivated individuals who can help us meet our objective of providing quality service to our customers.  Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements.  ARA is an EEO and Affirmative Action employer. 

If you are seeking a technical challenge and professional growth with a dynamic organization, please submit your resume online.

Required Skills

- Excellent problem solving, writing and communication skills
- Able to function in a team-oriented environment and interact professionally
- Ability to manage, organize and priorititize numerous assignments
- Work effectively under deadlines and manage projects with evolving requirements

Experience Required

- PhD with 7 to 10 years of related technical and project management experience
- Extensive experience in Energy Research and Development
- Track record of business development
- Demonstrated leadership skill and ability to manage project group