Project Engineer Application

Flexfab; Hastings (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexfab in Hastings, MI seeks a Project Engineer for application development and product launches. You will lead engineering projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and provide technical support for existing products.

The role emphasizes APQP, DFMEA/PFMEA, CAD design with SolidWorks, and sustaining process improvements while meeting cost and schedule targets. Travel to supplier sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 3–5 years in product or process development; automotive exp preferred.
• Experience leading projects from concept through launch or implementation.
• Basic CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and leads engineering projects through product development processes.
• Prepares and adheres to project schedules and resolves issues to meet deadlines.
• Analyzes data and customer drawings to assess feasibility of product proposals.
• Coordinates prototype builds, tooling, and testing activities.
• Supports product launch activities and ensures design changes are properly released.
• Maintains project documentation and reports on milestones and budget.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field

3–5 years in product or process development

Automotive industry experience preferred

Tools

APQP

DFMEA

PFMEA

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

Position Summary: Project Engineer Application Hastings, MI

Leads the engineering development of key projects utilizing product development processes to develop products and processes, leads projects and/or product launch teams, and provides technical support for existing products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and leads engineering projects through product development processes.
• Prepares and adheres to project schedules, raises issues to meet project deadlines, and takes necessary steps to resolve them.
• Analyzes research data, proposed product specifications, and/or customer drawings to determine feasibility of product proposals.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.
• Advanced Manufacturing, Operations, Purchasing, and suppliers to develop designs and resolve design issues.
• Prepares or coordinates the preparation of product or system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics, and all engineering documentation.
• Prepares cost quotations on new products, including materials and purchased components, labor and burden, tooling, and testing.
• Coordinates the manufacturing or building of prototype samples, tooling, or systems.
• Plans and develop experimental test programs utilizing the appropriate quality tools.
• Analyzes test data and reports to determine if designs meet functional and performance specifications.
• Engages with Manufacturing, Marketing, Engineering, and other personnel to prepare product design modifications as required.
• Controls project expenditures within project budget limitations.
• Prepares interim and project completion update reports.
• Evaluates and approves design changes, specification changes, and drawing releases.
• Provides technical support for existing products.
• Supports other engineers and engineering technicians, as required, through the product launch process, including new part quotes, new part setup, and prototype builds while adhering to the appropriate product development tools (APQP, Control Plans, DFMEA, PFMEA, etc.).
• Process's new part orders, including designing, sourcing and testing of parts.
• Troubleshoots product and process problems and lends other technical degree or related/proven work experience.

Success Measures

• Mentor and collaborate with intern's and coworkers/team
• Complete and launch projects on time
• Identify opportunities for process, product, or system improvements
• Reduce recurring product and process issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain positive customer satisfaction regarding technical support and project management.
• Develop products that meet established cost targets
• Improves material, tooling, or manufacturing efficiencies through engineering solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, related technical degree, or equivalent proven work experience.
• Three to five years of experience in product or process development. Automotive industry experience preferred.
• Experience in multiple functional areas preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading projects from concept through successful launch or implementation.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in the relevant area of responsibility or technology.
• Understanding of APQP preferred.
• Basic CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred).

Working Conditions

• Professional office and production environment
• Daily/Weekly contact with both internal and external customers
• Periodic travel to external customers & supplier locations.
• Decision Quality
• Drives results
• Plans and Aligns
• Collaborates
• Action Oriented
• Situational Adaptability
• Instills Trust
• Communicatees Effectively
• Ensures Accountability
• Honesty -- Do the right thing
• Excellence -- Continuously search for ways to exceed expectations
• Accountability -- Take accountability
• Respect -- Recognize the values of each associate
• Teamwork -- Collaborate, communicate, take action
• Support -- Individuals, organizations, & community

Core Competencies- Individual Contributor Models Flexfab's HEARTS Values:

Flexfab is an equal opportunity employer, to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

This position requires access to technical data subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Only U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) are eligible