Project Engineer II - Gas Utility HT

Milwaukee Tool•Milwaukee, MT

About The Position

As a Project Engineer II at Milwaukee Tool, you will use engineering skills and project management ability to execute New Product Development projects with support from your manager. You will lead small- to medium-scale engineering projects and provide engineering support on mid-level-complexity projects under the supervision of a Project Leader. The role works cross-functionally and globally to advance product development and production readiness, including communication with manufacturing cells and suppliers and on-site visits and troubleshooting as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or educational equivalent.
At least 4 years of relevant work experience.
Ability to travel domestically and overseas, mainly to Asia, several times a year as needed.
Ability to lead several simultaneous projects.
Highly developed mechanical aptitude, including broad knowledge of engineering materials used in hand tools or power tools and understanding of the associated manufacturing processes.
Ability to use CAD.
Strong problem-solving skills and understanding of design, testing, and manufacturing processes, including grinding, stamping, heat treatment, functional coatings, and machining.
Basic understanding of cost drivers associated with materials, labor, and overhead.

Nice To Haves

Preferred degree in Mechanical Engineering.
NX CAD experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead small- to medium-scale engineering projects and provide engineering support on mid-level-complexity projects under the supervision of a Project Leader.
Work cross-functionally and globally with Advanced Quality Engineering, Product Marketing, Industrial Design, Purchasing, Finance, and other departments.
Evaluate product designs in relation to material selection, cost, and resolving problems associated with materials, heat treatment, and finishes.
Assist in developing comprehensive project plans and drive execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance targets.
Monitor and track project progress and provide weekly status updates to senior management and the project team.
Communicate regularly with manufacturing cells and suppliers to advance product development and production readiness.
Conduct on-site visits and troubleshooting analyses as needed.
Request and perform tests according to established procedures.
Interpret test data and make corresponding design recommendations.
Provide a basic overview of upcoming workload and identify potential resource bottlenecks.