Project Engineer II - PPE

TECHTRONIC CORDLESS GP; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

On‑site fitness center & food service

Meaningful work with visible impact on

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Project Engineer II for PPE to lead new product development from concept to launch, coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and supply chain. This role emphasizes safety-driven PPE solutions with global collaboration and a focus on timely, high-quality deliverables.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant engineering degree and 2–5 years of experience in product design or project engineering, with strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Textile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple PPE NPD projects, balancing priorities and schedules.
• Guide cross-functional global teams, providing technical direction and reviewing work.
• Develop and drive project schedules, facilitate meetings, and communicate project status to stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Drive technical problem-solving—analyze data, balance objectives, and set product and project direction.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Quality, Purchasing, Finance, and Suppliers to deliver high‑performing, manufacturable products.
• Scrutinize designs for weaknesses and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Teamwork

Communication

Engineering knowledge

Education

Textile Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Related field

Tools

3D CAD

Tolerance analysis

Test plan development

Job description

Project Engineer II - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

About Milwaukee Tool: At Milwaukee Tool, we're not just building tools; we're revolutionizing the construction industry. Our unwavering commitment to innovation drives us to create disruptive new technologies and solutions that enhance safety and productivity for tradespeople worldwide. Our PPE team sits at the intersection of engineering, materials, and user-driven innovation, delivering safety products that are trusted on the jobsite every day to protect and empower the tradespeople who build our world.

The Opportunity

As a Project Engineer II on our PPE New Product Development (NPD) team, you’ll lead the charge in bringing new safety solutions to life. You’ll manage projects from concept through launch, working with talented engineers, designers, manufacturing, purchasing and supply chain experts. This is your chance to own projects, drive results, and see your work make a difference on jobsites everywhere. Every product you design here protects someone on the jobsite. That responsibility drives everything we do.

What You’ll Do

• Lead multiple moderately complex PPE NPD projects, balancing priorities and schedules
• Guide and motivate cross‑functional global teams, providing technical direction and reviewing work
• Develop and drive project schedules, facilitate meetings, and communicate project status to stakeholders
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring on‑time and on‑budget delivery
• Drive technical problem-solving—analyze data, balance objectives, and set product and project direction
• Collaborate with Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Quality, Purchasing, Finance, and Suppliers to deliver high‑performing, manufacturable products
• Scrutinize designs for weaknesses and drive continuous improvement

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead projects that deliver innovative PPE solutions, directly improving safety for tradespeople worldwide
• Drive alignment across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and marketing teams to ensure successful product launches
• Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, motivating teams to embrace new ideas and approaches
• Share expertise and mentor team members, helping to build a stronger, more capable engineering organization
• Stay ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes, ensuring Milwaukee Tool’s PPE products remain best‑in‑class

What Tools You Bring

• BS in Textile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field
• 2–5 years of experience in product design, development, or project engineering
• Proven track record delivering mass‑produced products
• Strong project management, teamwork, and communication skills
• Broad engineering knowledge—materials, manufacturing, part costing, and specifications
• Experience with 3D CAD, tolerance analysis, and test plan development
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, agile environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Passion for safety and making a positive impact
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• Experience with PPE, textiles, plastics, elastomers, biomechanics, or regulated products is a plus

Why Milwaukee Tool

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• On‑site amenities including fitness center and food service
• Meaningful work with visible impact on jobsite safety
• A culture that values learning, ownership, and continuous improvement

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer. Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades that increase productivity and safety. Milwaukee® is known for their world‑leading M12™, M18™, and MX FUEL™ cordless systems, the ground‑breaking performance of their cordless innovations, safety solutions, battery‑powered outdoor power equipment, jobsite lighting and clean‑up, time‑saving accessories, and innovative hand tool and PACKOUT™ Modular Storage Products. The company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade‑specific solutions. Milwaukee Tool is a Brookfield, Wisconsin‑based subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI) (HKEx stock code: 669, ADR symbol: TTNDY). For more information on the full line of Milwaukee® products, please call 1‑800‑SAWDUST or visit Milwaukee Tool.