Product Engineer 1

Hynes Industries Inc; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hynes Industries Inc in Youngstown, OH is seeking a mechanical engineer to develop and maintain engineering documentation, support tooling design, and lead projects from concept to implementation.

The role requires 5–10 years in metal fabricating, proficiency in AutoCAD and Inventor, strong problem solving, and cross-functional communication to drive continuous improvement and ensure production readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology.
• 5-10 years preferred experience in metal fabricating; roll forming or metal stamping.
• Proficiency in CAD software and simulation tools.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; strong project management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain engineering documentation and processes.
• Support design and development of tooling; lead technical projects from concept through implementation.
• Aid in cost estimates and budgets for tooling inquiries.
• Collaborate with outside vendors and internal die shop for tooling builds.
• Assist in start-ups to ensure production readiness and line optimization.
• Maintain item master, BOM and router in ERP as needed.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives and cross-functional meetings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Effective communication

Multitasking

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

This 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 needsProficiency 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 technology5-10 years preferred experience in metal fabricating; preferably in roll forming or metal stamping.Skills:AutoCAD and Inventor (or other drafting software)Microsoft OfficeContinuous improvement