Mechanical Project Engineer I - Relocation Assistance Eligible

Relocation Assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Engineer I is responsible for all mechanical engineering aspects of a project from start to finish. Responsible for ensuring the technical solutions on a project will meet the project requirements including project scope, project metrics, budget, and schedule. Lead, guide, and direct a team of mechanical engineers on the project to ensure project goals are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Researches and analyzes data including customer request for quote, customer specifications, and PMD’s proposal to develop or determine feasibility of design or application.
• Concept layout of complete system and capitalize on common design for efficiency.
• Work within time constraints, schedule constraints, and overall machine budget constraints.
• Work in a collaborative environment to make sure the designs developed are the most cost effective and will meet the customer requirements.
• Develop a plan to meet the project schedule and budget. Collaborate with the engineers to provide accurate ETC and completion dates.
• Determine and provide job breakdown (WBS) to Project Manager.
• Manages design budgets and scheduling for project. Reviews and reallocates resources with input from the Mechanical Engineering Manager as needed.
• Act as the Project Engineer for projects ranging from $100K - $5M.
• Develop/review concepts to confirm the design will meet required performance metrics including cycle time, yield, uptime, CPK and Gage R&R.
• Develop timing chart to ensure contracted cycle time can be maintained.
• Design mechanisms, stations, machines using 3D modeling software (SolidWorks).
• Specifies and obtains competitive quotes from multiple vendors for major purchased components.
• Compare quotes received to project budget identifying discrepancies and communicate those discrepancies to Project Management for resolution.
• Create detailed fabrication drawings for all custom designed parts.
• Create detailed assembly drawings identifying each individual component.
• Create a complete Bill of Material for each design/station.
• Release completed designs to Project Management
• Supports fabrication, assembly, debug, and validation activities to ensure design conforms to customer requirements and specifications.
• Observe safety procedures.

OTHER DUTIES

• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Any other task assigned by management within scope of position, federal and state regulations.