Project Engineer II

Milwaukee Tool•Brookfield, WI

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee Tool's Accessories New Product Development Team is responsible for the design and development of cutting, drilling, driving, masonry, and abrasive accessories. This role involves leading low complexity projects, supporting mid complexity projects, and executing design changes, derivative tool releases, and general maintenance of existing products. The position operates in a dynamic, cross-functional environment, collaborating with various departments including Project Management, Engineering, Quality, Product Management, Operations, and Supply Chain. This is an on-premises position, not a remote one, emphasizing the importance of on-site collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Typically, 2-3 years of experience in an equivalent role.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of applications, including Microsoft Project.
Ability to manage several simultaneous projects is required.
Able to provide a basic overview of upcoming workload and identify potential resource bottlenecks.
Basic understanding of various cost drivers associated with materials, labor & overhead is required.
Working knowledge of CAD is required.
Mechanical aptitude is required including a functional knowledge of design, engineering materials, mechanical properties and an understanding of the manufacturing processes associated with these materials.
Must be a highly motivated self-starter with never satisfied, always improving attitude.
Must be agile with the ability to work in an ever-changing and flexible environment.
Ability to travel up to 10% both domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

NX experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead low complexity and low item (SKU) count projects, including variants of existing product, supplier diversification, and minimal New Product Development (NPD).
Provide support on mid complexity and mid item (SKU) count projects.
Lead projects that use existing/off-the-shelf manufacturing technologies.
Work cross-functionally and globally with Quality & Reliability Engineering, Purchasing, Finance, Service & Support, Marketing, and numerous other departments.
Evaluate product designs relative to the selection, cost, and resolution of problems associated with materials, heat treatment, and finishes.
Work cross-functionally with advanced engineering teams.
Regularly visit manufacturing cells/suppliers to maintain open lines of communication and provide troubleshooting analysis.
Track warranty activity and initiate corrective action.
Request and perform tests per established procedures.
Interpret data and make corresponding design changes including utilization of computer-aided simulation tools, stress analysis, selection of materials and heat treatments, tolerance stacks and deviation analysis, statics and dynamics, and noise and vibration analysis.
Interact with suppliers to develop part and product specifications that meet performance requirements while falling within process capabilities.
Perform various other duties to support the larger business needs as assigned and directed by management.