Project Engineer

Every day, MTI Motion associates around the world set the future in motion by solving our customers' most vexing motion-control challenges. Serving various industries including commercial aerospace, defense, oil and gas, and transportation, MTI Motion designs and manufactures an innovative portfolio of custom, precision motion-control products and solutions, including high-performance motors, drives and controllers, as well as windings, gears, and ball screws.

We're committed to promoting a collaborative team environment that focuses on accountability, honesty, and integrity to ensure customer satisfaction. We take pride in the work we perform and are committed to continuous improvement. In addition to offering a competitive benefits package, we strive to offer our employees opportunities to achieve career advancement.

MTI Motion is a wholly owned operating company within the Steel Partners family of companies and is headquartered in Pleasant Prairie, WI, with facilities worldwide.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Project Engineer is the project champion and is responsible for driving a project from specification to shipment of initial products. The Project Engineer establishes project plans, coordinates project reviews, and ensures the proper implementation of project elements. This position will assist the Customer Account Manager or Engineering Manager with the scheduling, planning, forecasting, resource planning to achieve objectives, relaying updates to client/customer, and overseeing technical, procurement, and compliance activities.

The Project Engineer collaboratively works with a cross-functional project team and demonstrates excellent project management skills. They demonstrate excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills to drive projects to a successful conclusion. This position has final planning decision authority to drive projects based on inputs from team members and engineering management.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Track and proactively action milestones (listed below) for assigned projects:
  • Proposal and quoting
  • Contract review
  • Project kickoff
  • Project / Design review(s)
  • Job Order Creation
  • Kitting Completion
  • Quoting and purchase order completion
  • Initial hardware build
  • Release to Production activities
  • Project Completion
• Provide direction to team members to achieve project milestones.
• Ensure actions are being taken to mitigate risk throughout the project.
• Assist commercial team by providing project updates to maintain alignment with project and business goals.
• Ensure delivery of compliant hardware and where applicable First Article Inspection Report (FAIR)
• Weekly or bi-weekly calls with customers for pertinent timeline updates
• React to and address project issues by developing and executing an effective and efficient recovery plan.
• Escalate systematic issues to management for resolution.
• Provide feedback to management regarding team member performance
• All other actions related to New Product Development (NPD) Project completion as needed/directed/required.
• Travel expectations: occasional regional and international travel up to 10%.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering, related field of study, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience required.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a project management role, preferably working directly with customers.
• Experience in NPI/NPD processes, required.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office tools.
• Working knowledge of project management software (MS Project).
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD software, SolidWorks preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and accountability to drive issues to closure.
• Demonstrated ability to read and follow prints, work instructions and other manufacturing documentation.
• Experience in motor design or manufacturing preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, or other project management certification preferred.
• Previous experience working in an AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 manufacturing environment is preferrable.
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment.
• This position requires domestic and possibly international travel up to 10 percent.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MTI Motion is an equal employment opportunity (EEOC) employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or other legally protected status.

We will ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact MTI Motion to request accommodation.

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