Mechanical Project Engineer

MetaOption, LLC•Oxford, NC

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About The Position

The Project Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, validation, and launch of new products while managing cross-functional projects from concept through production. This position combines strong engineering design capabilities with project management leadership to deliver innovative, high-quality products that meet customer, regulatory, manufacturing, and business requirements. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in mechanical product design, engineering analysis, new product development, and project leadership within a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in product design, product development, or manufacturing engineering.
Proven experience leading engineering projects from concept through production launch.
Strong CAD experience using SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling software.
Experience with engineering analysis tools including FEA and tolerance analysis.
Experience with structured New Product Development processes.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with valves, pressure systems, fluid handling products, automotive components, or industrial products.
Experience with die cast, machined, molded, and assembled products.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project leadership experience.
Experience with supplier development and manufacturing launch activities.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and design controls.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of medium to complex products from concept through production launch.
Create and review engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, test plans, and technical documentation.
Develop products such as valves, fluid handling components, electromechanical devices, automotive components, industrial equipment, or other engineered products.
Apply engineering principles to solve technical challenges involving performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.
Conduct engineering calculations and analyses to support design decisions.
Utilize analytical tools including: Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis, Thermal Analysis, Fatigue and Stress Analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE), Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Analysis and Validation Methods.
Lead prototype development, testing, validation, and design refinement activities.
Support manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams during product launch and production.
Lead projects through a structured New Product Development (NPD) process.
Facilitate design reviews and technical reviews throughout development.
Develop and maintain: Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&R), Risk Assessments, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), Product Validation Plans.
Ensure designs comply with applicable customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.
Identify technical risks early and develop mitigation plans.
Lead cross-functional project teams from concept through production implementation.
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and action item lists.
Utilize project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent software.
Facilitate project meetings and communicate project status to stakeholders and leadership.
Drive accountability and timely completion of project deliverables.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing priorities and resources.
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Suppliers, Customers, Sales and Marketing, and Executive Leadership.
Coordinate supplier development activities related to new product launches.
Support customer meetings, technical presentations, and product demonstrations as required.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across project teams.