Job Description
The Project Engineer will contribute to the team from concept through the prototype and production stage of multiple product lines.
Responsibilities
- Provide engineering support to ensure the most efficient processes and operating systems in order to minimize scrap/material usage and downtime by working with manufacturing and maintenance team.
- Participate in project management of factory automation projects and changes to processes and equipment.
- Generation and maintenance of product drawings and project documentation and coordinating activities around standardization, documentation and control.
- Champion continuous improvement of production layouts, methods and processes to maximize material flow and plant efficiencies.
- Supporting cross-functional teams in the development of new products.
- Assist in packaging design.
- Ensure quality control methods are in place.
- Perform capacity analysis and recommend need for new equipment.
- Evaluate, maintain and improve efficiency of the operation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical preferred).
- 3+ years of prior Manufacturing Engineering experience.
- Ability and willingness to do hands-on work in the manufacturing facility.
- Strong computer skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint required).
- Experience using SolidWorks 2D/3D CAD software.
- Excellent problem-solving capability and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Creative mindset with attention to product design.
- General understanding of manufacturing processes, material, and component selection.
- Demonstrated experience with prototyping, testing, and reporting results is preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software.