Project Engineer

Piab Group • Hickory, MO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Project Engineer, you will provide a vital link between our company and our customers by working with robotic integrators to design and quote vacuum gripping, end-of-arm-tooling for industrial robots in a variety of industries. The role will require detailed focus and project management skills to follow all projects from inception to completion and achieve on-time delivery to customers’ promised project dates. The role will support projects with relevant project management skills and thinking, take an active role in projects as well as facilitate planning and executing by adding conceptual thinking and modelling.

Requirements

• Associate degree in engineering – mechanical or electrical or related field.
• 2 years of experience in processing, material handling, and packaging equipment sales.
• A strong background in identifying improvements within the manufacturing process.
• Understand system cost considerations and work with others to present trade-offs for effective solutions.
• Work within budgets and timelines relative to project tasks.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Effective communication skills: verbal and written.
• General robotic, mechanical, and electrical knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in Vacuum handling systems is a plus.
• Wood industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for complete sales cycle from lead generation to ensuring the sales transaction is a positive experience for customers.
• Responsible for studying projects and providing offers with formal quotes and our CRM/ERP.
• Understand customer needs and provide adequate solutions.
• Testing and searching for the best technical and commercial solutions.
• Promote sales of material handling & automation vacuum products within the market.
• Develop channel partners for growth of standardized offerings.
• Provide technical support for company products.
• Work with Joulin’s Engineering Department on systems and special quotes for Customers.
• Product and final performance (QC) validation of projects.
• Transfer of pertinent project information to the Design Engineer via verbal and Technical Data Documentation.

Benefits

• Professional Growth: Access opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Diverse and Inclusive: Join a workplace that values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment.
• Stable employer: As part of Patricia Industries and connected to the Wallenberg family, Piab benefits from strong support and a commitment to long-term growth and sustainability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree