Project Engineer

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Engineering seeks a Project Engineer for rotational molding to lead projects from concept to production, interfacing with customers and internal teams.

You will design cushioning structures, collaborate across departments, and drive improvement initiatives while ensuring schedules and budgets are met in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Plastics Engineering or 7+ years hands-on rotational molding design/processing experience.
• Proficiency in Lean/Six Sigma, FMEA, and GD&T.
• CAD modeling and Material Requirements Planning systems (Solid Edge/SAP preferred).
• Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Strong time and project management abilities; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer projects from design through production and interface with customers.
• Design foam cushioning and shock-isolated metal structures for reusable containers.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers and internal teams to define requirements and steer projects.
• Develop concepts, detailed designs, and testing parameters per customer needs and capabilities.
• Manage transitions from trials to full-scale manufacturing; support purchasing and scheduling.
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders and facilitate meetings.
• Identify new processes, equipment, and technologies for continual improvement and patentable solutions.

Skills

Effective communication

Documentation

Presentation skills

Time management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Plastics Engineering

7+ years of hands-on rotational molding design/processing experience

Tools

Solid Edge

SAP

Job description

Kelly Engineering is seeking a Project Engineer - Rotational Molding for a full-time opportunity supporting the creation of custom, high-quality reusable shipping solutions for high-value customer equipment. If you are passionate about creative engineering solutions and ready to take ownership of dynamic, cross-functional projects, this role is for you!

Overview

As a Project Engineer, you will lead customer projects from design through production—interfacing with customers, engineering unique molded components, and driving results that support both manufacturing efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Design foam cushioning and shock-isolated metal structures for reusable containers protecting sensitive equipment during transport
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams (new product development, manufacturing, lab/testing, and production) to define requirements and steer projects
• Develop project concepts, detailed designs, and testing parameters in accordance with customer needs and manufacturing capabilities
• Manage smooth project transitions from trials to full-scale manufacturing; support purchasing and scheduling as needed
• Prepare and present project status reports for internal and external stakeholders; facilitate engineering meetings
• Identify and recommend new processes, equipment, and technologies for continual business improvement-supporting capital projects and innovating for patentable solutions
• Mentor other engineers and share best practices to strengthen the engineering community
• Ensure project folders and documentation are complete and ISO-compliant
• Contribute to the advancement of rotational molding and manufacturing excellence
• Support and comply with all safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Plastics Engineering, OR 7+ years of hands-on rotational molding part design/processing experience
• Eligible to receive ITAR-controlled information
• Background in Lean/Six Sigma, FMEA, and GD&T
• Proficiency in CAD modeling and Material Requirement Planning systems (Solid Edge/SAP preferred)
• Effective communication, documentation, and presentation skills
• Strong time and project management abilities; comfortable working independently

Pluses:

• Experience supporting capital projects, developing novel technologies, or mentoring colleagues
• Exposure to ISO quality documentation and patent processes

Additional Information

• Flexibility to work evenings/weekends as needed and travel nationally/internationally
• Frequently performs hands-on activities (standing, walking, use of hands, lifting up to 40 lbs occasionally, physical movement within facility)
• Repetitive hand/wrist activities required