Project Engineer: Manufacturing & Process Excellence

Windings, Inc.; New Ulm (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Full benefits package

Paid time off

401k match and ESOP contributions

Job summary

Windings, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company with ESOP contributions and a strong focus on manufacturing custom motors and components for challenging environments.

We seek a Project Engineer who will drive process improvements, ensure smooth transfers to production, and work hands-on with cross-functional teams to boost quality and efficiency on the production floor. The role involves developing processes, understanding production transfers, and delivering measurable impact through technical

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assesses process capabilities and implements improvements for discrete processes.
• Analyze and apply technical and quality requirements to create documentation meeting contract requirements.
• Write clean, concise work instructions for manufacturing operators.
• Assist in disposition and review of non-conforming rejects to prevent recurrence.
• Contribute to technical reports, validations, and qualifications by capturing results.
• Write validation protocols and reports for new processes.
• Gather and provide technical data for technical reviews.
• Oversee development builds associated with the project.
• Develop deep understanding of production processes and materials.
• Assist in fixture and tooling design for product development.
• Create dimensional characterization methodology and inspection criteria.
• Investigate root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and implement education plans for continuous skill development.

Skills

Problem solving

Gage R&R

DOE

Process capability

SPC

Technical communication

Project management basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical science

Tools

Gantt chart

RACI matrices

Job description

Windings, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company with ESOP contributions and a strong focus on manufacturing custom motors and components for challenging environments.

We seek a Project Engineer who will drive process improvements, ensure smooth transfers to production, and work hands-on with cross-functional teams to boost quality and efficiency on the production floor. The role involves developing processes, understanding production transfers, and delivering measurable impact through technical