Project Engineer – NPD & Cross-Functional Leader

Enpro Inc.; Harwood Heights (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Gainshare

Equity

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Enpro seeks a Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects from initiation through completion. You will ensure technical, schedule, cost, and quality objectives while serving as the primary liaison among engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams.

You will support NPD activities including design, testing, qualification, and transition to production, while communicating with Program Management and managing evolving expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or related discipline.
• 2 years of engineering or manufacturing experience focused on new product development.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, design fundamentals, manufacturing processes, materials, and GD&T.
• Proficiency with CAD, configuration management, ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Experience with cost estimation, quotes, and budgeting.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Professional, positive attitude and drive for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison between Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales and customers.
• Create and maintain project schedules and timelines from initiation to production transfer.
• Assist in project cost estimation and quotations.
• Coordinate with commercial teams to align expectations with capabilities, risks, and schedules.
• Maintain project documentation per QMS and AS9100 requirements.
• Communicate regularly with customers and prospects and build relationships.
• Lead cross-functional efforts without formal authority across departments.
• Leverage internal and external experts to support projects.
• Ensure contracts, budgets, and terms are defined and managed.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Mechanical design

Cost estimation

GD&T

Leadership without authority

Documentation & QMS

NPD support

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Engineering discipline

Tools

CAD

Configuration management

ERP systems

Job description

Enpro seeks a Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects from initiation through completion. You will ensure technical, schedule, cost, and quality objectives while serving as the primary liaison among engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams.

You will support NPD activities including design, testing, qualification, and transition to production, while communicating with Program Management and managing evolving expectations.