Project Engineer

Summary of Position The Project Engineer will provide project management including design engineering, integration, and technical support for manufacture of assembly equipment.   Essential Functions Serve as the primary design focal for the manufacturing team once after models/drawings are released. Recommend key process improvements for design support and DFM initiatives with the manufacturing team. Provide direction for project engineer(s) on tooling assignments, priorities, and technical issues. Coordinate with fabrication, machine, and final assembly to ensure tooling design meets specification and build requirements. Drive floor modifications during the build process back through design (and/or customers if build only) and coordinate with project management. Manage NCR resolution and drive root cause/corrective action reports to the overall engineering team Provide direction for designers (Macomb/Bothell) on tool re-work on shop floor Support check process for material pre-release  Work with processing/ME’s to develop build plans on Model Based Designs. Develop engineering/build strategies to reduce design/manufacturing costs Assist with design reviews and coordinate with design management for schedule/manpower to achieve milestones to support manufacturing. Review S.O. Ws for all design/build projects for potential up scope and coordinate with project management and estimating. Assist in putting in place a documented record of design/build evolution for tracking tool history and support potential up scope and or schedule slip. Develop/Implement design standards based on the manufacturing process Any other job tasks/duties assigned by management   Required Skills, Education & Experience Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.  Typical qualifications would be:   Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Manufacturing Engineering environment. Project Execution – Knowledge of project management life cycle from requirements gathering through design and implementation Proficient in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project. This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar related field Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some projects may require more out-of-the-area and overnight travel.   Working Conditions Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.   While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation May access and work in the manufacturing plant The employee may be exposed to vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands. Work with safe manufacturing processes and understanding that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area. Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area.   Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.   Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.   Special Requirements Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.   This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').   Ascent Aerospace is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. 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