Project Engineer

DC Fabricators; Burlington (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Fabricators is seeking a Project Engineer to implement project engineering functions and coordinate with multiple departments. The role involves performing detailed calculations, designing parts, and solving problems with FEA or thermal simulations.

You will support project schedules, cost analyses, and ERP-based product support. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and has exposure to heavy manufacturing, with strong communication and organizational skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Heavy manufacturing environment experience desirable.
• Proficient with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed technical/mathematical calculations to solve design issues.
• Design specific parts or minor phases of a project as directed.
• Define theoretical problems for analysis via FEA, thermal simulation, or Mathcad.
• Apply methods and techniques to work assignments with initiative.
• Assist other engineering personnel in calculations, design layout, testing, etc.
• Support preparation of project schedules, progress reports, and cost analyses.
• Review and check work of others on a project.
• Utilize ERP system in product support tasks.
• Attend technical meetings and stay abreast of technological advancements.
• Perform special projects as directed.

Skills

Accuracy

Detail Oriented

Ethical

Honesty/Integrity

Organized

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Design/Modeling software

Job description

Reasonable Accommodations Statement This position is concerned with the implementation of Project Engineering functions and effective coordination with other departments. The individual will usually carry out specific assignments with supervision, as required, based on the level of capability gained.

Essential Functions

This position is concerned with the implementation of Project Engineering functions and effective coordination with other departments. The individual will usually carry out specific assignments with supervision, as required, based on the level of capability gained.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Perform detailed technical/mathematical calculations required to solve design issues.
• Design specific parts or minor phases of a project, as directed.
• Define theoretical problems for computer analysis and solution via Finite Element Analysis, thermal simulation software, or classical equations implemented in Mathcad.
• Apply appropriate methods and techniques to the work assignments, exercise originality, ingenuity, and initiative.
• Assist other engineering personnel in the functions of calculation, design layout, testing, etc.
• Support preparation of project schedules, progress reports, and cost analyses on projects, as required.
• Review and check work done by other personnel assigned to a project.
• Assist other engineers and personnel of other departments, as necessary.
• Utilize the Company’s ERP system in product support tasks.
• Attend technical meetings and stay abreast of technological advancements.
• Perform special projects as directed.

Position Qualifications

• Accuracy – Ability to analyze/interpret technical and production data.
• Detail Oriented – Must pay attention to the details of a project to assure that contract requirements are met.
• Ethical – Assure that work is performed without legitimate complaint of unethical or unfair treatment. Must exhibit a high degree of ethical conduct.
• Honesty/Integrity – Must be seen as truthful and credible in the workplace and with customers.
• Organized – Must demonstrate the ability to organize input/data from multiple disciplines into a final result which is consistent with Company objections.

Skills & Abilities

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or in a related engineering curriculum.

Experience: Some exposure to a heavy manufacturing environment is desirable.

Computer Skills: Excellent computer skills required. Must have a working knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft applications such as WORD, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point. Must have ability to effectively utilize the Company's design and modeling software.

Other Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Ability to assist in the execution of complex manufacturing plans.