Project Engineer Application

Flexfab•Hastings, MI

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Leads the engineering development of key projects utilizing product development processes to develop products and processes, leads projects and/or product launch teams, and provides technical support for existing products.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, related technical degree, or equivalent proven work experience.
Three to five years of experience in product or process development.
Demonstrated success leading projects from concept through successful launch or implementation.
Demonstrated technical expertise in the relevant area of responsibility or technology.
Basic CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred).

Nice To Haves

Automotive industry experience preferred.
Experience in multiple functional areas preferred.
Understanding of APQP preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and leads engineering projects through product development processes.
Prepares and adheres to project schedules, raises issues to meet project deadlines, and takes necessary steps to resolve them.
Analyzes research data, proposed product specifications, and/or customer drawings to determine feasibility of product proposals.
Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.
Works with Advanced Manufacturing, Operations, Purchasing, and suppliers to develop designs and resolve design issues.
Prepares or coordinates the preparation of product or system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics, and all engineering documentation.
Prepares cost quotations on new products, including materials and purchased components, labor and burden, tooling, and testing.
Coordinates the manufacturing or building of prototype samples, tooling, or systems.
Plans and develops experimental test programs utilizing the appropriate quality tools.
Analyzes test data and reports to determine if designs meet functional and performance specifications.
Engages with Manufacturing, Marketing, Engineering, and other personnel to prepare product design modifications as required.
Controls project expenditures within project budget limitations.
Prepares interim and project completion update reports.
Evaluates and approves design changes, specification changes, and drawing releases.
Provides technical support for existing products.
Supports other engineers and engineering technicians, as required, through the product launch process, including new part quotes, new part setup, and prototype builds while adhering to the appropriate product development tools (APQP, Control Plans, DFMEA, PFMEA, etc.).
Processes new part orders, including designing, sourcing and testing of parts.
Troubleshoots product and process problems.
Mentors and collaborates with interns and coworkers/team.
Completes and launches projects on time.
Identifies opportunities for process, product, or system improvements.
Reduces recurring product and process issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Maintains positive customer satisfaction regarding technical support and project management.
Develops products that meet established cost targets.
Improves material, tooling, or manufacturing efficiencies through engineering solutions.