Project Engineer II - Mechanics

Milwaukee Tool•Milwaukee, MT

About The Position

As a Project Engineer II for Milwaukee Tool, you will use engineering skills and project management ability to execute design changes, derivative tool releases, and general maintenance of existing products. You will lead small- to medium-scale engineering projects and provide engineering support for mid-level complexity projects under the supervision of a Project Leader. The role works cross-functionally and globally with teams including Quality & Reliability Engineering, Purchasing, Finance, Service & Support, Marketing, and Advanced Engineering. The position involves evaluating product designs and resolving issues related to material selection, cost, heat treatment, and finishes; supporting project planning and execution against cost, schedule, and performance targets; and monitoring progress with monthly status updates. You will regularly visit manufacturing cells and suppliers to maintain communication and provide troubleshooting analysis. You will request and perform tests, interpret data, and make design recommendations using methods such as CAD simulation, stress analysis, material and heat-treatment selection, tolerance-stack and deviation analysis, lubricant evaluation, statics and dynamics, and noise and vibration analysis. You will also work with suppliers to develop part and product specifications that meet performance requirements and manufacturing process capabilities. The position requires domestic and international travel several times a year, approximately 15%.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or educational equivalent.
Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally several times a year; approximately 15% travel.
Ability to manage several simultaneous projects.
Strong mechanical aptitude, broad knowledge of engineering materials used in hand tools, and understanding of manufacturing processes associated with these materials.
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.
Ability to provide a basic overview of upcoming workload and identify potential resource bottlenecks.
Understanding of DFMA and cost drivers associated with materials, labor, and overhead.

Nice To Haves

Preferred degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Experience with Unigraphics or Pro-E.
PMP or CAPM certification.

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 Quality & Reliability Engineering, Purchasing, Finance, Service & Support, Marketing, Advanced Engineering, and other departments.
Evaluate product designs and resolve issues related to material selection, cost, 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 monthly status updates to senior management and the project team.
Visit manufacturing cells and suppliers to maintain communication and provide troubleshooting analysis as required.
Request and perform tests according to established procedures.
Interpret data and make design recommendations, including use of computer-aided simulation tools, stress analysis, material and heat-treatment selection, tolerance stacks and deviation analysis, lubricant evaluation, statics and dynamics, and noise and vibration analysis.
Work with suppliers to develop part and product specifications that meet performance requirements and process capabilities.