Project Engineer III

Nidec•Hoffman Estates, IL

About The Position

The Project Engineer is responsible for overseeing and managing all technical aspects associated with the development of products for motion control and industrial automation applications. This includes the design, prototyping, qualification, certification, and production launch of new products. The Project Engineer will lead a team of engineers and other professionals to ensure timely completion and high-quality execution of the technical aspects of a project.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Civil, or related field) required
5+ years in electrical engineering or related field
Familiarity with electronic control design, validation and production
Development experience with low voltage DC motor control electronics is a plus
Experience using MS Suite
Strong communication and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
Competency in Altium, Cadence or other electrical engineering CAD software

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the technical aspects of engineering projects, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and project timelines
Provide technical expertise and guidance to project team members
Work with contract manufacturers to introduce designs into production on schedule, including leading creation of test specifications and collaboration on test equipment
Coordinate with contract manufacturers, vendors, and stakeholders as needed to ensure project success
Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring project deliverables meet or exceed quality standards
Lead and execute prototype / sample builds and product validation efforts
Collaborate with cross functional teams to resolve issues
Create and maintain project documentation, including drawings, models, and specifications
Review and edit technical drawings for accuracy and completeness
Work with geographically distributed design and manufacturing teams, and travel to domestic and international design and manufacturing locations when necessary
Leading Design FMEA Activities
Creating and Managing Project Test Plans
Creating and Reviewing Test Reports
Creating and Managing Prototype Control Plans
Creating Specifications and Proof of Compliance Documents
Creating and Managing New Product Development Bill of Materials
Creating and Managing Engineering Change Orders