Project Engineer III

Adient Aerospace•Huntington Beach, CA

2d•$90,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Since 2018, Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality. We are looking for a skilled Project Engineer to join our team in Huntington Beach, CA. This is an on-site position based in Huntington Beach, CA. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth. JOB SUMMARY The Project Engineer is responsible for engineering and scheduling for the program which includes drawing list and certification of deliverables. The Project Engineer will coordinate and ensure the completion of projects, identify and resolve issues, and oversee the work of the Design Engineers to ensure work is in line with customer and regulatory requirements. They will also ensure all project elements comply with timelines, budget, and regulations. Note: The primary difference between job levels tie to skill level, complexity of the problem solving, and year of experience. Job assignments will be based on experience, job opening and budget availability, and the performance level of the incumbent.

Requirements

Education: A Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline is required.
Experience: Job assignments will be based on experience, job opening and budget availability, and the performance level of the incumbent.
Level III: 5+ years of experience
Skills: Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to lead a team comprised of multiple disciplines
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Expert level of experience with CATIA V5
Ability to communicate and present to a variety of stakeholders (e.g., customers, OEM)
Proficiency with MS Office applications
Must show proof of ability to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

MS Project
PLM system knowledge
AutoCAD familiarity

Responsibilities

Take ownership of assigned projects to ensure completion on time, on budget, and in compliance with regulations.
Provide technical input to program management related to engineering components of the project for the creation of the project schedule; identify project elements and phases, sequence elements, and time estimates. For example, check program schedule to ensure integration with concurrent projects and validates resource availability (manpower, software, materials, systems, etc.).
Perform technical analysis, reviews specifications, and product design to develop a cost and time estimate.
Monitor project progress and recommend schedule changes based on re-prioritization, materials availability, and as customer needs change.
Assess impact of customer changes, time, cost, materials, and processes.
Identify necessary tests that must be conducted during the engineering process.
Monitor to ensure the completion of tests such as functionality, durability, and safety.
Provide regular verbal or written updates based on KPIs and project status.
Analyze data and recommend corrective action as needed.
Monitor the work of Design Engineers for accuracy and technical competence; provide feedback as needed.
Develop and maintain standard list of notes for use on 2D engineering drawings.
May work with management and sales teams to review project proposals; identify and address potential issues as needed.
Maintain a safe, secure and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Companys information and products.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned or requested.