Mechanical Project Engineer

I.K. Hofmann USA, Inc.; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Peachtree City seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer to manage and execute engineering projects. The role includes researching project feasibility, interacting with manufacturing, and supporting product development initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess a BS in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in SolidWorks. This full-time position requires strong analytical and communication skills and involves occasional travel. An excellent opportunity to enhance your engineering skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in SolidWorks is required.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Pro-Engineering is a plus.
• Experience working on projects from specification through to execution is required.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze data and specifications for project feasibility.
• Identify potential projects and propose solutions.
• Support product enhancement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Create new part numbers in the ERP system.

Skills

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Strong analytical skills

Project execution

Design for manufacture

Exceptional communication

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or strong technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Pro-Engineering

Job description

Mechanical project engineer to work on engineering projects and supporting the technical operation of the North American business. Project engineer will manage and execute product development, production support, and value engineering projects whilst integrating with the applications and product engineering group.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research and analyzes data and specifications to determine feasibility of project
• Identifies potential projects, proposes and designs solutions
• Familiar with reverse engineering and creating specifications from reverse engineered designs
• Interacts with manufacturing in implementing manufacturing protocol
• Supports product enhancement and cost reduction initiatives
• Interacts with Product Development to align projects for the NA market
• Create new part numbers in the ERP system
• Supports product training when required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Proficiency in SolidWorks required. Experience with AutoCAD and Pro-Engineering is a plus.
• Strong analytical/theoretical background with solid engineering design fundamental skills
• Experience working on projects, from specification through to execution required
• Experience with design for manufacture required (sheet steel fabrication a plus)
• Exceptional communication and time management skills
• Commitment to meet schedule due dates
• Experienced with Microsoft Office products

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or strong technical degree required

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Occasional travel to job sites or material suppliers
• Ability to access military & restricted government facilities (required: US citizen or green card holder)
• Able to lift 50 lbs, stand for periods of time, work with hand and power tools as required in test lab environment

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management, Engineering, and Manufacturing