Mechanical Project Engineer

Cintal, Inc.; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision coverage

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation reimbursement

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. is seeking a Quality/Continuous Improvement professional to lead field-quality initiatives and collaborate with service engineering, platform, and design control teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role focuses on resolving product quality issues, driving improvement programs, and delivering data-driven decisions using Power BI dashboards. Strong communication and cross-functional leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering is required.
• 2+ years of experience in a related field.
• Experience with quality systems and continuous improvement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to resolve field product quality issues and improve customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with service engineering, platform, and design control teams to identify and resolve quality concerns.
• Drive cross-functional teams to develop and implement production and service solutions.
• Manage project communications and provide status updates to dealers and stakeholders.
• Lead customer-facing teams in developing product support programs and technical publications.
• Develop Power BI dashboards to monitor product quality performance.

Skills

Technical acumen

Data analytics

Product quality & issue management

Leadership & PM

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About this position

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• Provide program leadership and gain exposure to product management through cross-functional quality initiatives.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs by assessing carry-over risks and potential product quality concerns.
• Analyze incoming warranty and field performance data to identify, contain, and resolve product issues.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to implement corrective actions and improve product reliability.
• Support product issue management through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
• Contribute to analytics and AI development initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and visibility into product quality trends.
• Leverage data insights to improve issue resolution processes and strengthen customer support outcomes.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead projects focused on resolving field product quality issues and improving customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with service engineering, platform, and design control teams to identify, analyze, and resolve product quality concerns.
• Drive cross-functional teams to develop and implement production and service solutions.
• Manage project communications and provide status updates to dealers and key stakeholders.
• Lead customer-facing commercial teams in developing product support programs and technical publications.
• Support continuous product improvement initiatives through effective issue resolution and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure timely execution of corrective actions to enhance product reliability and field performance.
• Partner with service engineering and customer-facing teams to gather and assess customer feedback on product quality issues.
• Lead cross-functional teams through the DMAIC Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) process to deliver effective production and service solutions.
• Engage customers, dealers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to communicate project progress and results.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards to monitor product quality performance and identify trends.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Top 3 Skills:
• Strong Technical & Engineering Acumen
• Data Analytics & Business Intelligence (Power BI, Tableau)
• Product Quality & Issue Management
• Proven project management and leadership experience with the ability to manage multiple projects, lead cross-functional teams, and drive effective business decisions through cost, schedule, and performance trade-off analysis.
• Strong expertise in data analytics and visualization tools, including Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms, to support data-driven decision-making and performance monitoring.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical issues, prioritize actions, and drive customer-focused solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and team leadership skills with a focus on delivering quality and business outcomes.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to drive teams toward key project milestones and decisions.
• Experience with quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
• CPI Master, Six Sigma Black Belt, or Master Black Belt certification preferred.
• Engine design, development, and technical validation experience (DFMEA, DOE).
• Supplier relationship management and cross-functional stakeholder engagement experience.
• Proficient in Six Sigma DMAIC methodologies and problem-solving techniques.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

The pay range for this role is:
60,000 - 72,000 USD per year(IL-Mossville)