On-Site Project Engineer — Press & Automation

Insight Global; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Project Engineer to support our Press and Automation team in Warren, MI. This role acts as the on-site extension of our Manufacturing Engineers, driving installation and commissioning for press and automation equipment from supplier build shops through final plant launch.

You will travel to supplier sites, coordinate FAT activities, and ensure equipment is installed, commissioned, and ready for production on time and to spec.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, project engineering, or field support.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Experience coordinating design, construction, installation, or commissioning activities, preferably in automotive manufacturing facilities.
• Experience managing or supporting projects with changing production schedules, budget constraints, and multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools, including MS Project.
• Experience using CAD and engineering systems such as AutoCAD, Unigraphics, SOLIDWORKS, Teamcenter, or Teamcenter Visualization.

Responsibilities

• Travel to supplier build shops and stamping plants to coordinate and support installation and commissioning activities for press and automation equipment
• Follow Final Acceptance Testing (FAT) of press equipment at supplier facilities, tracking open issues through resolution and confirming readiness for shipment and install
• Serve as the on-site point of contact during installation and commissioning, coordinating activities among suppliers, plant maintenance, controls engineers, and skilled trades
• Track project schedules, punch lists, and open action items during installation and commissioning, escalating risks to the responsible Press and Automation Manufacturing Engineer and project leadership
• Capture, document, and organize lessons learned from FAT, installation, and commissioning activities for use on future press and automation projects
• Partner with Press and Automation Manufacturing Engineers to translate design intent and technical requirements into on-site execution plans
• Support troubleshooting of equipment, machinery, and automation systems issues identified during FAT, installation, or commissioning
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date technical and project documentation, including installation records, FAT reports, and commissioning checklists
• Support training for production and plant personnel on the operation and maintenance of newly installed press and automation systems
• Assist with coordination of design and construction activities to keep projects aligned with production schedules, budget, and quality requirements
• Work alongside OEM, Installer and engineering to resolve installation, commissioning, or production issues.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Electrical/mechanical knowledge

Project coordination

MS Project

CAD software

Tools

AutoCAD

Unigraphics

SOLIDWORKS

Teamcenter

Teamcenter Visualization

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Project Engineer to support our Press and Automation team in Warren, MI. This role acts as the on-site extension of our Manufacturing Engineers, driving installation and commissioning for press and automation equipment from supplier build shops through final plant launch.

You will travel to supplier sites, coordinate FAT activities, and ensure equipment is installed, commissioned, and ready for production on time and to spec.