Our Cleveland, Ohio manufacturing firm is looking to hire a Project Engineer.
Summary: Directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility by performing the following duties:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Plans and implements engineering program, including defining the project philosophy, activities, milestones,
and staff requirements, per customer requirements.
Develops and maintains a schedule and budget for the assigned engineering project.
Provides reports on the status of project milestones to the customer, project team, and management; adjusts
schedules accordingly.
Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget.
Identifies project staffing requirements and coordinates staffing with supporting organization managers.
Coordinates preparation and delivery of project deliverables, design documents, and bid packages.
Assigns and oversees project personnel to specific phases or aspects of project such as technical studies,
product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans, and product testing.
Reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract
requirements, and related specifications.
Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design
and test problems.
Directs integration of technical activities and products.
Evaluates and approves design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
Prepares interim and completion project reports.
Assists production personnel in troubleshooting and resolving problems.
Follows progress of work; anticipates or investigates delays and inadequate performance.
Takes corrective action as necessary.
Inspects completed product
Provides support for installation and service; resolves technical problems encountered by customers or
personnel.
Recommends cost-cutting measures and design improvements.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical – Collects and researches data.
Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information
skillfully.
Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer needs; Returns phone-calls and e-mails within 24-hours
except for weekends and other time off. Meets commitments.
Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures;
Conserves organizational resources.
Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning.
Motivation – Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism – Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Written Communication – Presents data effectively.
Oral Communication – Listens and gets clarification; Participates in meetings.
Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities;
Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
Initiative – Seeks increased responsibilities.
Innovation – Meets challenges with resourcefulness.
Adaptability – Manages competing demands.
Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views;
Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization’s goals and values.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and one to three years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer Skills: MS Office applications. Some combination of AutoCAD, Inventor, Vault and Solid Works.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving
mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.