Product Engineer 1

Hynes Industries; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hynes Industries is seeking a Product Engineer 1 to support tooling development and manufacturing documentation at our Youngstown, OH site. You will lead technical projects from concept through implementation, and collaborate across engineering, operations and commercial teams to ensure smooth production readiness.

The role emphasizes CAD drafting with AutoCAD and Inventor, data-driven analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives in metal fabrication environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology.
• 5–10 years preferred experience in metal fabricating; preferably in roll forming or metal stamping.

Responsibilities

• Supports Commercial Group with cost estimates and budgets for tooling inquiries.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation including prints, packaging instructions, and capital expenditures.
• Assist in processing legacy jobs from order entry to production when required.
• Support the Process Group for line optimization and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Collaborate with outside vendors or internal die shop for tooling builds.
• Execute basic project management (timelines, Gantt charts).
• Work with Operations on new start-ups to ensure production readiness.
• Participate in customer meetings to provide technical insight.
• Maintain item master, BOM and router creation in ERP; assist QA as needed.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Project management

Effective communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

# Product Engineer 1Youngstown Manufacturing Headquarters - Youngstown, OH 44515## DescriptionThis role will be responsible for developing and maintaining engineering documentation and processes, supporting the design and development of new and existing tooling, leading technical projects from concept through implementation, and providing technical support and collaboration across cross-functional teams.# Essential Duties and Responsibilities Includes the following:* Supports Commercial Group (customer support and sales) with new opportunities by aiding in the preparation of cost estimates and budgets for new tooling inquiries.* Create and maintain engineering documentation including part prints, packaging instructions, part programs, and capital expenditures.* Aids in processing legacy jobs from time of order entry to production when required.* Supports the Process Group for line optimization and Continuous Improvement projects.* Works with outside vendors or internal die shop for new tooling builds.* Execute basic project management (timelines, gannt charts, etc)* Works with the Operations Group on new start-ups to ensure jobs are production ready**.*** Participate in customer meetings as required to advise and provide technical insight.* Help maintain item master, BOM and router creation in the ERP system as needed.* Executes Engineering Change Notices.Perform other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor, including occasional assignments outside the normal scope of the position when necessary to support business and operational needs## Qualifications* Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software and simulation tools.* Analytical and problem-solving skills.* Project management and the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.* Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams, clients, and stakeholders.* Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize.# Education and/or Experience:* Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology* 5-10 years preferred experience in metal fabricating; preferably in roll forming or metal stamping.# Skills:* AutoCAD and Inventor (or other drafting software)* Microsoft Office* Continuous improvement