Project Engineer

Fairbanks Morse Defense•Beloit, WI

About The Position

The Project Engineer focuses on diesel engine and generator set system and component design and testing, supporting projects from the technical proposal stage through commissioning at the customer facility. The position reports to the Senior Engineering Manager and works closely with engineering, quality, program management, purchasing, operations, and external customers. The role serves as the primary technical interface with customers and coordinates engineering deliverables against contract scope. It develops and maintains product and project documentation, completes engineering releases and changes through the PDM system, and supports Design/Drafting with required drawings. The Project Engineer also supports design and qualification work, production and testing, technical support, sales and upgrade proposals, and customer and supplier reviews. The role requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Marine Engineering, or an equivalent degree. Candidates should have strong written and verbal communication skills, be able to work independently and collaboratively, have basic 3D and 2D CAD proficiency, and be proficient with Microsoft Office. Travel is 0–10% of the time, varying by need. The position requires eligibility for Government Security Clearance as required, and access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NOFORN) requires proof of U.S. citizenship and an attestation of no dual citizenship.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Marine Engineering, or an equivalent degree.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic proficiency in 3D and 2D CAD.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Willingness and flexibility to travel to interact with customers.
English technical proficiency.
Must be able to qualify for Government Security Clearance as required.
Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship and attest to having no dual citizenship to meet the NOFORN requirement; acceptable proof includes a U.S. Passport, U.S. Birth Certificate, or Naturalization Certificate.

Nice To Haves

SolidWorks experience is preferred.
An active Secret clearance is strongly preferred.
Technical proficiency in French, German, or Danish is a plus.
Diesel generator set knowledge and experience, including operation, troubleshooting, ABS rulesets, USCG ACP, and MIL-SPECs related to marine diesel engines.
Fluid system design and component selection experience.
Experience with systematic problem-solving or risk-management tools, including 8D, Red X, A3, FMEA/FMECA, and Lean/Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary technical interface with the customer.
Understand contract engineering scope and track, prioritize, coordinate, and execute engineering deliverables.
Lead development, release, and maintenance of product and project documents, including system schematics, bills of materials, test procedures, and reports.
Justify, document, and communicate engineering-based decisions to meet project goals and objectives.
Complete engineering releases and changes through the PDM system, providing inputs and guidance to the Design/Drafting group for required drawings.
Meet with internal and external customers and suppliers to review contract status and design and test documents, and resolve contract specification or scope-of-work matters.
Complete design and qualification work to replace obsolete components and deliver product improvements and cost reductions.
Support engine production and testing through problem solving, root cause analysis, non-conformance disposition, and corrective actions.
Write and release test reports demonstrating compliance with customer-approved test procedures, documenting and justifying deviations.
Assist Technical Support with existing installations and programs.
Support new engine sales and upgrade proposals, including specification reviews, compliance matrices, and engineering-work estimates.