Project Engineer
The Timken Company•Norton Shores, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
A Project Engineer in Machine Design leads the design, development, and validation of mechanical systems, custom machinery, and production equipment. The role blends engineering expertise with project management to deliver high-quality mechanical solutions that improve performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering field preferred
- Hands-on experience with mechanical design, GD&T, material selection, and machine component design
- Understanding of machine design, sensors, pneumatics, motion control, and industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, DeviceNet)
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and P&IDs
- Analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced manufacturing environments
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
Responsibilities
- Machine Design: Engineering Design, develop, and validate mechanical systems, assemblies, and custom production equipment
- Develop detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, and perform FEA/stress analysis
- Conduct design reviews, tolerance analysis, and feasibility studies for mechanical concepts
- Oversee fabrication, assembly, and validation of mechanical equipment and tooling
- Ensure systems comply with safety standards
- Project Management: Lead machine design projects from concept through deployment, including scope, schedule, and budget management
- Coordinate cross-functional teams: mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing, and external integrators
- Prepare project documentation: functional specifications, risk assessments, FAT/SAT protocols, and change orders
- Track project milestones, identify risks, and implement corrective actions
- Technical Support & Continuous Improvement: Provide on-site support during system build
- Analyze field and production data to identify machine design improvement opportunities
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation package in line with market pay
- Very generous benefits package
- Voluntary health, dental, vision benefits on day one of employment
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation
- Maternity/paternity leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
