Project Engineer

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.