Hybrid Project Engineer I — NPD & Process Improvement

Rheem Manufacturing Company; Fort Smith (AR); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheem Manufacturing Company in Fort Smith, Arkansas, seeks a Project Engineer I to manage engineering projects using the PDP framework for New Product Development and maintenance initiatives. Hybrid work arrangement, collaboration across disciplines, and driving cost/quality improvements are key.

You will lead project teams, develop detailed plans, track deliverables, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements while delivering results for North America operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Field and project planning experience.
• A valid engineering license is beneficial.
• Excellent computer literacy and knowledge of design and visualization software.
• Ability to work with multiple discipline projects.
• Strong project management and supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering projects from planning through completion.
• Coordinate project resources and align with stakeholders and goals.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed; report to stakeholders.
• Ensure site safety, regulatory compliance, and quality outcomes; perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software

Visualization software

Job description

Rheem Manufacturing Company in Fort Smith, Arkansas, seeks a Project Engineer I to manage engineering projects using the PDP framework for New Product Development and maintenance initiatives. Hybrid work arrangement, collaboration across disciplines, and driving cost/quality improvements are key.

You will lead project teams, develop detailed plans, track deliverables, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements while delivering results for North America operations.