Mechanical Project Engineer

Atlas Copco Tools & Assembly Systems LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Medical & dental benefits

401(k) matching

Generous PTO

Flexible scheduling

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Atlas Copco Tools & Assembly Systems LLC seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead design and execution of automated assembly projects from kickoff through customer acceptance.

You will direct internal and external teams, manage priorities, budgets, and schedules, and ensure designs meet customer requirements and standards with a focus on manufacturability and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• 5 years of machine design experience or 10+ years preferred.
• Proven leadership in a fast‑paced environment and project engineering experience.
• Proficient with SolidWorks; fastening experience with Nutrunner applications.
• Experience with Torque Tubes, Articulating Arms, Ergonomic Aids; GI/MVI tools.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects and mechanical design activities from kickoff to customer acceptance.
• Provide technical direction to internal teams and external partners.
• Set priorities, allocate resources, and manage budgets and schedules.
• Review designs to meet customer specs and internal standards.
• Support equipment builds, system integration, and commissioning.
• Identify improvements for manufacturability, cost, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Project engineering

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Nutrunner experience

Torque Tubes

Articulating Arms

Ergonomic Aids

Automation design

RFQ management

Machine design

Job description

Your role

At Atlas Copco, we don't just value the work you do; we value who you are. We're a global technology leader with a 150-year legacy, aiming to make a positive impact on industries and communities around the world. Our commitment to sustainability and innovation keeps us moving forward, and we're looking for dynamic individuals who want to be part of that journey.

Who Thrives Here?

At Atlas Copco, success comes from those who are curious, innovative, and committed to excellence. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and thrive on problem-solving, you'll feel at home here. This role is ideal for someone who delivers accurate, timely results while managing multiple priorities, focuses on detail, uses data to drive decisions, and faces challenges with creativity and resilience.

Are you our next Mechanical Project Engineer?

As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will Lead engineering projects and mechanical design activities from kickoff through customer plant acceptance. Provide technical direction to internal engineering teams and external engineering partners supporting Atlas Copco solutions, including mechanical design, assembly support, and startup activities. Establish project priorities, utilize engineering resources, and collaborate with Project Managers to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with customer requirements and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automated assembly systems-especially fastening applications-and the vision and ability to transform customer requirements into innovative, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions.

Here's how you'll make an impact:

• Manage mechanical engineering schedules throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and customer requirements.
• Develop project engineering objectives by reviewing project proposals and project requirements while collaborating with engineering teams as needed.
• Determines project specifications by evaluating customer products, operating environments, technical requirements, and applicable internal standards from similar projects.
• Monitors and manages engineering budgets to ensure projects are completed within approved cost targets.
• If project demands require, coordinate external engineering resources by developing RFQs, reviewing contractor quotations, and managing supplier costs to support project budget and schedule objectives.
• Review engineering designs, drawings, and technical deliverables comply with customer specifications and company standards.
• Ensure mechanical designs are updated to reflect customer revisions, manufacturing changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support equipment builds, system integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities as required.
• Evaluate mechanical designs to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, risk reduction, manufacturability enhancements, and cost optimization while ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Contribute to departmental goals and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance engineering effectiveness and customer satisfaction.

To succeed, you will need

• Bachelor's Degree (BSME) from an accredited four year college or university with 5 years Machine Design experience or 10+ years Machine Design experience.
• Proven leadership skills in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have project engineering experience.
• Proficient working knowledge of Solidworks.
• Fastening experience with Nutrunner applications.
• Working experience with Torque Tubes, Articulating Arms and Ergonomic Assists.
• Machine tool experience for general/final assembly for general industry (GI) and/or automotive industry (MVI).
• Automation design with screw feeder integration is a plus.
• Excellent oral, written, and organizational communication skills plus strong interpersonal skills are required
• Mathematical Skills to work with advanced mathematical concepts, and have a high level of analytical ability
• Reasoning Ability to technically define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions

In return, we offer

At Atlas Copco, we know that work is more than just a job. Here's what we offer to keep you happy, healthy, and inspired:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth, training, and career advancement.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and more.
• Financial Security: 401(k) with a baseline company contribution and matching opportunities starting at 6%, increasing further with tenure.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, a comprehensive holiday package, and flexible scheduling options where available to support your well-being.
• Family Support: Paid Maternity & Parental Leave.
• Wellness Perks: Gym, Education, and Health Reimbursements.
• Rewarding Culture: An inclusive environment that celebrates innovation, teamwork, and diversity.

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our of facility in Auburn Hills, MI. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.