Project Application Engineer

Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company LLC; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health and well-being

Career growth

Job summary

Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company LLC is seeking a Project Application Engineer to design and deliver customized industrial solutions. You will own projects from concept through execution, working with Sales, Engineering and Service teams to satisfy automotive, aerospace, and other customers.

Based in the Detroit, MI or Rock Hill, SC area, this hybrid role involves travel up to 40% across the United States, with occasional international travel, and collaboration across multiple disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in engineering with at least 3 years in manufacturing or project engineering.
• Experience managing complex projects end-to-end, delivering on time within budget.
• Strong problem-solving, communication across diverse teams, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales to define and develop project solutions.
• Translate customer requirements into detailed technical designs and proposals.
• Oversee projects from quotation to final delivery.
• Coordinate efforts among teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Manage testing, installation, and overall project execution.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce bottlenecks.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Effective communication

Lean manufacturing

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

PTC Creo

Job description

Your role

As a Project Application Engineer, reporting to the Project Team Manager, you will design and deliver customized industrial solutions that solve real customer challenges.

Based in the Detroit, MI or Rock Hill, SC, you'll collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Service teams to bring concepts to life across industries like automotive and aerospace.

In this role, you'll take ownership of projects from concept through execution-working directly with customers, developing technical solutions, and ensuring successful delivery that drives productivity and performance.

What you'll do day-to-day:

• Collaborate with Sales to define and develop project solutions.


• Translate customer requirements into detailed technical designs and proposals.


• Oversee projects from initial quotation through to final delivery.


• Coordinate efforts among teams, suppliers, and customers.


• Manage testing, installation, and overall project execution.


• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks.

To succeed, you will need

• Possess an engineering degree (Bachelor's or higher) coupled with at least 3 years' experience in manufacturing or project engineering environments.


• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects end-to-end, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.


• Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze technical challenges creatively and communicate effectively across diverse teams.


• PLC and Fieldbus programming knowledge


• Proficiency with CAD software, preferably PTC Creo, to support detailed design and documentation activities.


• Solid understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices to drive operational excellence.


• Basic financial acumen related to project costing and pricing strategies, ensuring profitable project outcomes.

We strongly encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply, valuing the unique perspectives and insights they bring to our team.

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability


• Lifelong learning and career growth


• Innovation powered by people


• Comprehensive compensation and benefits


• Health and well-being

Job location

• Hybrid work arrangement preferred within Rock Hill, SC or Detroit, MI area, enabling flexibility while maintaining connection to key business operations.


• The role requires up to 40% travel, predominantly within the United States, with occasional international travel to collaborate with global teams and customers.


• Expect travel engagements to include multi-day and overnight stays, particularly during the initial year for onboarding and intensive training programs.

Local Terms & Conditions Apply