Systems-Oriented Project Engineer - Design & Delivery Lead

KUKA; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KUKA is seeking a Project Engineer who will review sketches and designs, ensuring systems are cost-efficient and meet customer specifications. The role supports the Project Manager and coordinates with Advance Processing, Mechanical, and Controls Engineering to maintain project momentum.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and several years of related engineering experience, with strong CAD and FMEA knowledge to drive successful design reviews and product deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of related experience in BIW, Chassis/Glass, Special Welding, or similar.
• Competence in controls engineering and mechanical design including force analysis, standardization, processing, CAD, cause and effects, R&M, SPC and FMEA.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in organizing and supervising engineering activities.
• Coordinate design reviews and facilitate meetings with engineering teams and customer representatives.
• Review layouts, designs, and drawings with design vendors and engineering.
• Monitor engineering progress and ensure drawings are updated per project requirements.
• Prepare and review FMEA and related design reviews at key milestones.

Skills

Controls engineering

Mechanical design

CAD

FMEA

SPC

R&M

Force analysis

Standardization

Cause and effects

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Job description

KUKA is seeking a Project Engineer who will review sketches and designs, ensuring systems are cost-efficient and meet customer specifications. The role supports the Project Manager and coordinates with Advance Processing, Mechanical, and Controls Engineering to maintain project momentum.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and several years of related engineering experience, with strong CAD and FMEA knowledge to drive successful design reviews and product deliverables.