Project Engineer

SkyMark Refuelers; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyMark Refuelers in Kansas City, MO seeks a Project Engineer to lead design, development, and execution of custom heavy-duty equipment from concept through production.

You will design mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, perform analyses, create CAD models and drawings, manage schedules, and ensure compliance with DOT, FRA, NFPA, and customer requirements while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in heavy equipment or mobile machinery.
• Experience with project management, manufacturing support, and customer-facing engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering and execution of custom vehicle projects from concept through production.
• Design complete mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems for specialty vehicles.
• Perform component selection, system sizing, flow, pressure, and performance analysis.
• Develop structural weldments and fabricated assemblies using sound engineering principles and FEA where appropriate.
• Create and maintain high-quality 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and bills of material.
• Establish chassis specifications, weight distribution, and packaging to ensure safe, functional designs.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable regulations and industry standards including DOT, FRA, NFPA, ATA, JIG, CSA, and customer requirements.
• Research emerging technologies and drive continuous product improvement.
• Manage project schedules, technical risks, design reviews, and engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with Sales, Purchasing, Production, Service, Suppliers, and Customers throughout each project.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, troubleshoot production issues, and implement design improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering standards, processes, and best practices.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Project management

CAD / SolidWorks

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

The Project Engineer is a key technical leader responsible for the design, development, and successful execution of custom heavy-duty equipment projects from concept through production. The role combines mechanical engineering, systems integration, project management, and cross-functional leadership to deliver innovative, reliable, and regulatory-compliant specialty vehicles. Projects include aircraft refuelers, refined fuel tank trucks, crane trucks, railroad maintenance vehicles, and other custom service equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering and execution of custom vehicle projects from concept through production.
• Design complete mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems for specialty vehicles.
• Perform component selection, system sizing, flow, pressure, and performance analysis.
• Develop structural weldments and fabricated assemblies using sound engineering principles and FEA where appropriate.
• Create and maintain high-quality 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and bills of material.
• Establish chassis specifications, weight distribution, and packaging to ensure safe, functional designs.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable regulations and industry standards including DOT, FRA, NFPA, ATA, JIG, CSA, and customer requirements.
• Research emerging technologies and drive continuous product improvement.
• Manage project schedules, technical risks, design reviews, and engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with Sales, Purchasing, Production, Service, Suppliers, and Customers throughout each project.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, troubleshoot production issues, and implement design improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering standards, processes, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to translate concepts into manufacturable designs.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and engineering documentation.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and structural design principles.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a team environment.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• 3-5 years of engineering experience, preferred in heavy equipment, mobile equipment, automotive, truck, agricultural, industrial machinery, or similar industries.
• Experience with project management, manufacturing support, and customer-facing engineering is preferred.

Why Join Skymark?

At Skymark, engineers have the opportunity to own complete projects rather than small portions of a product. You will work on highly customized vehicles, solve challenging engineering problems, collaborate directly with customers, and see your designs built and operating in the field. This role offers significant opportunities for technical growth, innovation, and increased responsibility.

Location & Work Hours

Primary work location is Kansas City, Missouri. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM, with additional hours and occasional travel as required to support projects and customers.

SkyMark Refuelers is a market leading manufacturer of custom work trucks serving the aviation refueling, liquid waste removal, hi-rail maintenance, direct-to-locomotive refueling, and refined fuel delivery industries. With its headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri, SkyMark also operates a world-class aviation refueler facility in Findlay, Ohio along with a tank plant in Sullivan, Illinois.