Engineer

StaffBright; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work with a global organization

Exposure to diverse projects

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Portland, OR is seeking a proactive Engineer to join their growing team. This role involves supporting engineering operations and providing technical guidance on fastener applications while collaborating with customers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering and experience in the automotive or manufacturing sectors. The position offers opportunities for career growth and exposure to diverse projects within an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering, preferably within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Prior experience with fasteners is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Support the development and release of fastening solutions.
• Research and introduce new fastener technologies.

Skills

Strong mechanical knowledge

Customer-focused mindset

Experience in cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and technically driven Engineer to join our client’s growing engineering team. In this role, you will serve as the central point of contact for both internal teams and external customers, supporting engineering services and driving technical solutions related to fastening systems and product development. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative professional who thrives in a customer-facing, fast-paced environment and enjoys solving complex engineering challenges.

What You Will Be Doing

• Act as the primary liaison for customers and internal stakeholders, supporting daily engineering operations and ensuring seamless communication across teams.
• Provide technical guidance on fastener applications, assisting customers in resolving joint and assembly challenges while aligning with their technical objectives.
• Support the development and release of fastening solutions, including functional builds, CAD data coordination, and overall application validation.
• Deliver cost analysis and lead time estimates for engineering changes and new project initiatives.
• Drive value-added engineering (VA/VE) efforts to improve product performance, reduce costs, and optimize assembly processes.
• Coordinate and manage Bill of Materials (BOM), including part standardization, reporting, and part count optimization.
• Participate in line walks and product development initiatives, focusing on best-in-class fastening solutions and assembly time reduction.
• Research and introduce new fastener technologies, collaborating with suppliers to bring innovative solutions to customers.
• Provide on-site customer support as needed, either periodically or in a resident capacity.

What We Need From You

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Prior experience in engineering, preferably within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Strong mechanical and/or material knowledge; experience with fasteners is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with CAD software is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with a strong customer-focused mindset.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams or project management environments.
• Exposure to global operations or multicultural work settings.
• Knowledge of advanced fastening technologies and supplier collaboration.

The Perks

• Opportunity to work with a global, innovative organization focused on engineering excellence
• Exposure to diverse projects and international collaboration
• Career growth opportunities within a dynamic and evolving environment