Project Engineer – Automotive

Nbutexas; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking a Project Engineer to lead technical project execution for automotive damping, sealing, and reinforcing technologies. You will guide projects from concept to launch, ensuring technical accuracy, customer satisfaction, and on‑time delivery.

Position requires 1–3 years in Application Engineering or Program Management, preferably in automotive, with strong organizational and communication skills. Japanese language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in Application Engineering or Program Management, preferably automotive.
• Experience launching new parts or engineering changes.
• Japanese language skills (speaking/reading technical documentation) highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical project execution from concept through post‑launch support.
• Apply applications engineering knowledge to recommend materials and manufacturing technologies that meet performance and cost requirements.
• Manage DFMEA and DVP&R activities through pre‑production and launch phases.
• Oversee tooling budgets and ensure project cost targets are met.
• Collaborate with customer engineering teams and manufacturing sites to resolve issues and drive successful outcomes.
• Support quoting activities with Account Management, R&D, and Marketing for new business opportunities.
• Manage project timelines from award through 90 days post‑launch.
• Review customer specifications, test requirements, and statements of work to ensure product conformance.
• Establish DVP&R plans, conduct design verification, and support customer on‑site validation activities.
• Ensure design reviews are completed and drawings are released according to internal procedures.
• Manage engineering changes from customer approval through implementation at the manufacturing plant.

Skills

Applications engineering

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

DFMEA

DVP&R

Job description

Role Overview

The Project Engineer leads technical project execution for automotive damping, sealing, and reinforcing technologies. This role blends applications engineering, materials expertise, and cross‑functional project leadership to deliver high‑performance, cost‑effective solutions. You will guide projects from early development through launch, ensuring technical accuracy, customer satisfaction, and on‑time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project activities and assume full responsibility for technical execution from concept through post‑launch support.
• Apply applications engineering knowledge to recommend materials and manufacturing technologies that meet performance, cost, and customer requirements.
• Manage DFMEA and DVP&R activities throughout pre‑production and launch phases.
• Oversee tooling budgets and ensure project cost targets are met.
• Collaborate directly with customer engineering teams and manufacturing sites to resolve issues and drive successful outcomes.
• Support quoting activities with Account Management, R&D, and Marketing for new business opportunities.
• Manage project timelines from award through 90 days post‑launch.
• Review customer specifications, test requirements, and statements of work to ensure product conformance.
• Establish DVP&R plans, conduct design verification, and support customer on‑site validation activities.
• Ensure design reviews are completed and drawings are released according to internal procedures.
• Manage engineering changes from customer approval through implementation at the manufacturing plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in Application Engineering or Program Management, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Experience working with launching new parts or engineering changes
• Japanese language skills (speaking, reading technical documentation) highly preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with customers, vendors, and cross‑functional teams.
• Familiarity with plastic injection molding, tooling, and part design