Project Engineer

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Embark on a thrilling career journey with PWR Performance Products, a true success story that began with a father and son's vision. With relentless passion and dedication, we have become a leading manufacturer of cutting-edge automotive cooling products. We are a renowned name in top-tier global motorsports, and we've grown into a powerhouse with over 550 talented staff across America, Australia, and the UK. Join our vibrant team in our state-of-the-art facility. Be part of our rapid growth, shaping the future of our traditional markets and venturing into thrilling industries such as electric, aerospace, and defense. Now is the perfect time to join us.

Why Join PWR?

• 3 weeks PTO accrual from 1st day, increasing to 4 weeks at 3rd anniversary and 5 weeks at 7th anniversary
• A career not just a job: We're passionate about supporting our people build fantastic careers and have a commitment to promoting from within.
• Monthly Food catering: We get together for a PWR provided staff lunch every month.
• Never worry about what to wear to work again: we provide free uniforms.
• Employee discounts: All employees receive discounts off all PWR products. We also have great discounts across other automotive suppliers and financial wellbeing programs.
• Work with the latest and greatest technology: We invest in the latest tech to ensure we can continuously evolve and maintain our competitive advantage.
• Experience PWR's thriving and inclusive company culture: We take immense pride in the culture we've built—it's the heart of PWR and the reason our people stay for the long haul With over 50 incredible team members who have been with us for more than a decade—and more than 10 who have dedicated 20 years to our journey—our success is a testament to the passion, loyalty, and commitment of our people
• We value and recognize outstanding achievements: through our recognition program, which includes monetary rewards for Employee of the month, Birthday's, and various company celebrations.

The Opportunity

In this role you will develop technical solutions with customers through close collaboration with engineering and design teams to leverage PWR's engineering service capabilities and commercialize opportunities to deliver value to the customer and PWR. This role requires ownership of projects won to deliver high-level customer service from order placement to delivery of the project and providing ongoing support as required.

Core Responsibilities:

• Customer correspondence – discussing technical and commercial issues with customers for new and on-going projects.
• Collaborating with other elements of the A&D group including design, analysis and modelling as well as manufacturing to develop project solutions.
• Develop project timing and detailed quotations including potential qualification testing and analysis needed.
• Release and coordination of projects for manufacturing.
• Ensuring customer requirements, quality and project timing is being met with projects progressing through manufacturing by working closely with internal PWR North America production and quality teams.
• Working closely with procurement and suppliers to source unique project materials or services.
• Product development and improving engineering processes – working to uphold the highest standard of AS9100 and ITAR
• Leverage product knowledge and technical understanding to assist with new sales opportunities.
• Failure analysis and review of existing products to develop improvements where possible.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or Equivalent in Engineering with 1-3+ years' experience in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience managing design processes and competent use of CAD for component or project review
• Experience with ITAR/AS9100/TS16949 working environments, requirements, and restrictions.
• Advanced level computer skills and excellent customer service skills with strong commercial acumen
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate across global teams, customers, and manufacturing units.
• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U. S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. PWR will require proof of status prior to employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven manufacturing experience – experience with heat exchangers in aerospace or defense markets is highly sought after.

If you have a proactive approach to managing quality, enjoy leading teams, and thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment, we want to hear from you

If you would like to be considered, please apply via Indeed today.

PWR is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, committed to ethical practices and embracing the principles of cultural diversity and inclusion PWR also promotes a smoke-free work environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance

Location:

• Indianapolis, IN Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Indianapolis, IN Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Indianapolis, IN 46268: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person