Project Engineering

Mann+Hummel GmbH•Wilson, NC

About The Position

The role of Project Engineering involves providing comprehensive engineering support to enhance both products and manufacturing processes, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement initiatives. This includes the design, development, and refinement of air filtration products and associated filter systems. A core responsibility is serving as the primary expert for 2D and 3D CAD modeling. The engineer will be instrumental in identifying, designing, and implementing various manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and automation solutions to optimize production. The position also requires adept problem-solving skills, including troubleshooting product and production issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing effective corrective actions. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is crucial for improving product performance, manufacturability, and overall quality. The role extends to assisting in failure analysis, managing product changes, and integrating engineering updates. Developing and maintaining essential product and manufacturing documentation, such as work instructions and technical data, is also a key duty. Furthermore, the engineer will analyze and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs) and manufacturing routings within ERP systems, ensuring that design for manufacturability (DFM), cost, and risk considerations are aligned. Support for test methods, validation, and inspection criteria for products is also expected. The role involves staying current with industry trends and competitive products to inform next-generation development and applying lean manufacturing principles to boost efficiency and minimize waste. Training and mentoring team members may also be required. Specific support includes troubleshooting non-woven textile machinery and filtration media processing, focusing on material performance and manufacturability optimization. The engineer will also play a significant role in SAP system launch activities, including data validation, BOM setup, and cross-functional coordination, and provide ongoing SAP support for engineering data maintenance and accuracy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Textile, or Industrial preferred)
1–3 years of engineering experience (preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with AutoCAD and Inventor (or similar CAD tools)
Strong understanding of engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
Experience with product design, assemblies, and manufacturing methods
Knowledge of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information effectively
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel 10-20%

Nice To Haves

Experience in non-woven manufacturing processes, materials, or filtration media development
Experience working with SAP, particularly in support of engineering data, BOM management, and ERP system implementations

Responsibilities

Provide engineering support and drive continuous improvement for both products and manufacturing processes
Design, develop, and improve air filtration products and filter systems
Serve as a primary resource for 2D and 3D CAD modeling
Identify, design, and implement manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and automation solutions
Troubleshoot product and production issues; perform root cause analysis and corrective actions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product performance, manufacturability, and quality
Assist in failure analysis, product changes, and implementation of engineering updates
Develop and maintain product and manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and technical data
Analyze and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs) and manufacturing routings within ERP systems
Ensure alignment of design for manufacturability (DFM), cost, and risk considerations
Support test methods, validation, and inspection criteria for products
Research industry trends and competitive products to support next-generation development
Apply lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste
Train and mentor team members as needed
Support and troubleshoot non-woven textile machinery and filtration media processing, including optimization of material performance and manufacturability
Support SAP system launch activities, including data validation, BOM setup, and cross-functional coordination
Provide ongoing SAP support for engineering, including maintenance and accuracy of BOMs, routings, and related master data
Perform other duties as assigned by management