Project Engineer 10700091026CX

Meyer Tool Inc•Erlanger, KY

19d

About The Position

The Project Engineer (PE) reports to the KY Engineering Supervisor and evaluates customer drawings, models, and specifications to determine efficient machining processes using lean concepts and continuous improvement methods. The role develops operational sequences, manufacturing methods, tooling details, and other requirements needed to manufacture products to specification. The PE works hands-on with shop-floor personnel and process specialists to create and implement lean plans, and collaborates with teams to ensure quality, cost, and delivery requirements are met. The role supports customer requirement reviews, process planning and documentation, inspection planning, tooling requests, manufacturing improvements, troubleshooting, quoting, root-cause analysis, and change implementation. The PE may communicate with customers on engineering issues or new part development with the Engineering Manager’s guidance and approval, and attends customer meetings. The position also supports training, quality-system compliance, and assigned projects. This is a safety-sensitive manufacturing role requiring successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and documentation to meet the ITAR definition of a U.S. Person. Work takes place in an office and manufacturing facility, in a fast-paced, supportive team environment with a strong commitment to accountability.

Requirements

Meet one of the following education and experience requirements: bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field; associate’s degree in manufacturing engineering or a related field plus 5 or more years of manufacturing experience; or high school diploma/equivalent plus 10 or more years of manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of conventional machining, nonconventional machining, and inspection methods.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and understand Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Intermediate knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
Ability to use standard gauges such as micrometers, height gauges, and calipers.
Ability to use CAD software such as NX, AutoCAD, or similar.
Intermediate ability to process and communicate information using Microsoft Office products.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects.
Organized and committed to meeting deadlines.
Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Excellent speaking, listening, comprehension, and written communication skills in English.
Six Sigma Green Belt or similar training.
Understanding of quality systems such as AS9100, ISO, and NADCAP.
Must meet the ITAR definition of a U.S. Person and provide required documentation.
Successful results of pre-employment drug screening are required.

Responsibilities

Identify and understand customer requirements from purchase orders, blueprints, specifications, and other customer-provided information.
Review purchase order requirements in the internal system and manage the flow-down of technical information.
Develop, prepare, and maintain process routings and operating instructions based on internal and customer requirements.
Assist the Quality Engineer (QE) in developing inspection process instructions and selecting appropriate inspection equipment, methods, and frequency.
Request tooling and other items required to initiate processing, including gauges, electrodes, programs, plated grinding wheels, diamond rolls, and airflow molds.
Identify and implement manufacturing process improvements to increase efficiency and product quality and reduce costs.
Provide technical support and communicate effectively with shop-floor personnel on a daily basis.
Assist in developing and approving special handling instructions when products require rework.
Quote work based on requirements, including small-lot fees and expedite charges, with guidance from the Engineering Manager.
Support root-cause analysis and change implementation using tools such as FMEA, DMAIC, PDCA, and 5 WHY.
Review legacy parts to ensure processes and instructions meet current standards.
Review jobs to ensure profitability and on-time delivery.
Assist cell leaders and process specialists in troubleshooting production-floor issues.
Implement solutions that achieve required quality, reliability, and consistency in a cost-effective manner.
Assist the QE in obtaining part samples for metallurgical evaluation and review laboratory results.
Communicate directly with customers about engineering-specific issues or new part development when guided and approved by the Engineering Manager.
Attend customer kickoff, coordination review, and close-out meetings.
Assist in training new or existing team members.
Adhere to AS9100, Nadcap, and other quality standards.
Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required.