Project Engineer

Spectrum Plastics Group; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement options with a company match

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

Spectrum Plastics Group is seeking a Project Manager in New Brighton, Minnesota. This role includes managing the development of new programs from concept to customer approval, leading small to mid-scale projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Candidates should possess a 4-Year Engineering degree and demonstrate strong project management skills. The salary range is $76,000 to $118,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) options, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in contract manufacturing within related industry.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical reports and documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage development of new programs from concept to customer approval.
• Lead projects with low to moderate complexity.
• Collaborate with Business Continuity Managers on project activity.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Education

4-Year Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Plastics)

Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

3D CAD Systems (Creo, SolidWorks)

Job description

Project Management Responsibilities

• Manage the development of new programs from concept through customer approval
• Lead small to mid-scale projects with low to moderate complexity (i.e. – component based projects, prototypes, etc.) through providing leadership and direction to cross‑functional support resources
• Maintain program organization through effectively and consistently communicating the status of critical project milestones and action items to appropriate internal and external stakeholders
• Meet the following objectives at time of project closure (taking into account customer driven scope changes):
  • Completion of project on or before established target date
  • NRE within quoted budget
  • Part costs for all elements of project at or below quoted costs
  • Predictable manufacturing status
• Mitigate challenges that may negatively impact development (short term) and/or production (long term) in the areas of cost, quality or delivery
• Effectively collaborate with Business Continuity Managers on project activity and strategy
• Identify and capitalize on cost savings opportunities (NRE and/or part cost) throughout project
• Provide Estimating staff with support and information in completing project related quotations as requested
• Provide support to Purchasing and Supplier Quality for all procured materials, components and outsourced processes related to projects

Engineering Support Responsibilities

• Support Program Manager on the development activities for complex programs
• Oversee the development of robust manufacturing processes using data analysis and statistical methods
• Investigate and address new challenges using a systematic, logical progression problem solving approach
• Perform DOE analysis as needed to ensure factors for process variation have been accounted for
• Assist with design for manufacturability internally and with customers
• Work with manufacturing during product/process development to ensure a successful transition to production
• Establish effective and efficient manufacturing plans, including work instructions, inspection plans
• Participate in the creation and execution of qualification and validation protocols/plans
• Participate in the continuous improvement of processes and systems

Customer Relations Responsibilities

• Obtain customer approval of developed processes
• Participate in and/or lead customers through the resolution of technical related questions or issues
• Establish, build, and maintain positive relationship with customers
• Effectively manage and communicate scope changes of projects in a timely fashion

General Responsibilities

• Interact with customers, suppliers, and coworkers in a productive and professional manner
• Responsibility to protect Donatelle confidential information and Intellectual Property
• Follow safety requirements as outlined in the safety manual
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned
• Support other positions on the engineering teams as needed including Development Quality Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers
• Position requires you have the ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 4Year Engineering Degree (Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Plastics Engineering)
• 2+ years of experience in contract manufacturing within related industry
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering with 2+ years injection molding experience, preferably in contract manufacturing
• Medical device industry and validation experience is preferred
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret production reports, financial reports and technical information documents
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community
• Ability to write and professionally present presentations to large and small audiences
• Ability to effectively present information in a clear and concise manner to top management or personnel groups
• Possess strong computer, mathematical, reading, writing skills
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical information, electronic data, drawings and data in an efficient manner
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations. Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques.
• Visibility requires maintaining a professional appearance and providing a positive company image to the public
• Work may require travel to current and potential clients. This requires the possession of a valid state driver’s license.
• Support cross functional teams and departments as required
• Travel may be required to support company initiatives
• Experience with plastic tooling/processing, machining, secondary processes and assembly methods preferred
• Experience in medical component/device manufacturing preferred
• Experience working directly with customers
• Demonstrated experience in management of projects
• Computer skills, including MS Office, MS Project, 3D CAD Systems (Creo, SolidWorks), Adobe Acrobat
• Knowledge and application of statistics and SPC
• Comprehensive knowledge of blue print reading and GD&T
• Technical knowledge, analytical expertise and attention to detail
• Ability to ensure work is accurate and completed within a timely manner
• Ability to resolve manufacturing problems independently
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment with multiple changing priorities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a general office environment

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Short and long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement options with a company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Annual incentive bonus opportunities
• Flexible spending accounts
• Legal/ID Shield protection plan
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement programs

Pay

• Salary range of $76,000 to $118,000