Project Engineer I, II, III

Windings, Inc.; New Ulm (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Full benefits package

401k match

Paid time off

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Windings, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer for an on-site role in New Ulm, MN.

You will drive process improvements, ensure smooth transfer of products into production, and work hands-on with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, efficiency, and innovation on the production floor. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in engineering or physical science, strong problem-solving skills, and familiarity with SPC, DOE, and Gage R&R.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical science from an accredited university or college.
• Familiar with statistical and scientific tools (e.g., Gage R&R, DOE, process capability, SPC).
• Ability to identify technical problems and apply systematic solutions to project responsibilities.
• Basic understanding of electric motor theory and inspection methods.
• Ability to present technical recommendations to internal/external customers.
• Use project/process management tools (Gantt, RACI) to meet deliverables.
• Develop relationships with suppliers and customers for project inputs/outputs.

Responsibilities

• Assesses process capabilities and implements improvements for defined processes.
• Analyze and document technical and quality requirements for contract products.
• Write clear work instructions for manufacturing operators.
• Assist in disposition of non-conforming rejects and corrective actions.
• Contribute to technical reports, validations, and qualifications with experimental data.
• Write validation protocols/reports for new processes.
• Provide data for technical reviews and oversee development builds.
• Develop understanding of key production processes and materials.
• Assist in fixture and tooling design for product development.
• Create dimensional characterization methodology and inspection criteria.
• Investigate root causes and implement corrective actions related to quality or cost.
• Create an education plan to advance skills and organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Process improvement

Gage R&R

DOE

SPC

Technical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical science

Tools

Gage R&R

DOE

SPC

Process capability

Job description

Windings, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company, meaning every employee-owner shares in our success. Our unique ESOP plan contributes to your retirement-at no cost to you.

For over 60 years, we’ve built custom motors and components for some of the world’s toughest environments -from outer space to the battlefield, racetracks, and deep drilling sites.

Are you passionate about building better, smarter, and more efficient manufacturing processes? We’re looking for a Project Engineer who thrives on turning challenges into solutions and ideas into reality. In this role, you’ll improve process capabilities, ensure smooth product transitions to production, and work hands-on with cross-functional teams to drive quality, efficiency, and innovation on the production floor. If you enjoy solving complex problems, optimizing workflows, and making a measurable impact, this is the role for you.

Location:

This is a fully on-site position based in New Ulm, MN. Candidates must be able to work on-site as required. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you will be responsible for:

The Project Engineer assists in the development of capable processes and ensures efficient and effective transfer of product into production. The position is responsible for initiating and conducting defined technical tasks associated within a manufacturing environment.

• Assesses process capabilities and innovates and implements process improvements for discrete, well-defined processes.
• Analyze, understand, and apply technical and quality requirements of well-defined products to create proper documentation to meet the requirements of a given contract.
• Writes clean and concise work instructions that can be understood by manufacturing operators.
• Assist in disposition and review of non-conforming rejects to identify and implement actions to prevent re-occurrence
• Contributes to technical reports, validations, and qualifications by capturing experimental results.
• Writes validation protocols and reports applicable to new processes.
• Gathers and provides technical data for technical reviews.
• Oversees development builds associated with the project.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of key production processes and materials.
• Assists in the designing of fixtures and tooling to facilitate product development.
• Create dimensional characterization methodology and inspection criteria.
• Investigate root cause and implement corrective action as pertaining to quality or cost concerns.
• Identifies and implements a comprehensive education plan to continually advance technical skills and personal development as well as enhancing organizational effectiveness.

What you need:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical science from an accredited university or college.
• General understanding and working knowledge of common engineering concepts & applications including statistical and scientific tools (e.g., Gage R&R, DOE, process capability, SPC, etc.).
• Ability to identify technical problems and execute solutions relevant to project responsibility using a systematic problem-solving process.
• Basic understanding of electric motor theory and principles, including typical mechanical and electrical inspection methods.
• Ability to create technical presentations and recommendations for internal and external customers.
• Apply basic project/process management tools (i.e., Gantt chart, RACI matrices) to ensure performance against project deliverables.
• Ability to develop effective work relationships with suppliers and customers of project/process input and output.

What you will get...

• An awesome employee-ownership culture
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life and more)
• Paid time off
• 401k match and ESOP contributions
• Flexible work environment

Hiring Range:

This position is eligible to participate in a performance-based bonus program based on company performance goals. Bonus payouts are not guaranteed and are determined at the company's discretion.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Specific vision ability by this job includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Other Requirements:

Because employees in this position must handle information covered by the International Trade and Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), successful applicants will be: (1) required to verify their identity and their status as a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or person granted refugee or asylee status (or equivalent) in the U.S.; OR (2) undergo additional steps, including but not limited to licensure from the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) in the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs at the U.S. Department of State and/or the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Windings is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected Veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Windings will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to Windings job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Windings Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Windings Talent Acquisition team.