Project Engineer - Entry Level

Phoenix Technical Solutions; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

STD

LTD

Life insurance

IRA retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Phoenix Technical Solutions in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee the technical and engineering aspects of assigned projects, ensuring scope, timely delivery, quality, and compliance. The successful candidate will interface with Wabtec Freight and local suppliers, lead engineering activities, and contribute to mechanical design, testing, and process development.

A BS in Engineering and solid project management experience are required; experience with GD&T, Six Sigma, and

Qualifications

• A B.S. in Engineering or other technical discipline with associated skills and project management experience.
• Experience with managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of mechanical design and manufacturing processes.
• Background involving mechanical testing and NDT inspection methods.
• Experience with GD&T, general mfg processes, tooling and Six Sigma.
• Knowledge of Excel or other Project Management tools.

Responsibilities

• Works within defined parameters to make decisions and apply concepts to issues of high complexity.
• Provides direction and assistance to the engineering team in order to meet assigned objectives.
• Has the ability to resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.
• Develops and fulfills the engineering planning for the assigned projects.
• Attends/leads customer meetings (business and engineering toll gates, etc.).
• Supports the advanced design and development of mechanical components and/or industrial processes.
• Ensures high reliability and compliance with design/quality specifications by using mechanical creativity and engineering experience as well simulation based product development and design techniques.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Mechanical design

NDT inspection

Manufacturing processes

GD&T

Excel

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Title: Project Engineer

Location: Wabtec Freight – Kansas City, MO

Job Description

The Project Engineer is responsible for the technical/engineering of the assigned projects in terms of scope, timely delivery, quality, and compliance. The Project Engineer will interface with Wabtec and local suppliers to execute assigned projects. The candidate should have a solid engineering background and proven experience with leading various manufacturing and assembly projects. Additional experience with repair development and/or locomotive traction motor design a plus.

Essential Responsibilities

• Works within defined parameters to make decisions and apply concepts to issues of high complexity.


• Provides direction and assistance to the engineering team in order to meet assigned objectives.


• Has the ability to resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.


• Develops and fulfills the engineering planning for the assigned projects.


• Attends/leads customer meetings (business and engineering toll gates, etc.).


• Supports the advanced design and development of mechanical components and/or industrial processes.


• Ensures high reliability and compliance with design/quality specifications by using mechanical creativity and engineering experience as well simulation based product development and design techniques.

Desired Skills

• Experience with managing multiple projects simultaneously.


• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.


• Knowledge of mechanical design and manufacturing processes.


• Background involving mechanical testing and NDT inspection methods.


• Experience with GD&T, general mfg processes, tooling and Six Sigma.


• Knowledge of Excel or other Project Management tools.

Qualifications/Requirements

A B.S. in Engineering or other technical discipline with associated skills and project management experience.

Benefits

We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package, including health, dental, STD, LTD, Life, IRA with generous company match, paid Holidays, vacation and more. Our global commitment to technological advancement offers opportunities for personal growth and development in a stable, supportive work environment.

http://phoenixtechnology.com/