Project Engineer

Activar, Inc
Bloomington, Minnesota
Full Time

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POSITION PURPOSE:

The Project Engineer will be responsible for the coordination and completion of custom engineering projects from conception & design through manufacturing and testing. This role will be responsible for reviewing project specs, communicating feasibility and capabilities to the sales team/customers, and presenting project requirements & specs to the engineering design team. The Project Engineer will work closely with engineering, providing mechanical design support as required. Once the project is released to manufacturing, the Project Engineer will be responsible for tracking manufacturing milestones and scheduling outside services (ASHRAE & UL testing). Although this position has no direct reports, the Project Engineer will be required to lead and direct the work of others by setting deadlines, assigning tasks, and monitoring and communicating the progress of each project.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Lead and manage technical projects from concept through implementation, including design changes, product updates, and process improvements.
Develop and maintain project schedules, resources plans, and risk assessments to ensure on-time and on-budget execution.
Review and approve CAD design work.
Provide technical support to sales and customers as needed.
Prepare weekly reports on projects status. Identify milestones met and those in jeopardy of being

missed along with cause and recommendations to bring project back on time.

Create detailed project plans to include Gantt chart of estimated project timeline for each assigned project. Project plans need to include specific description of work tasks intended to be performed during each milestone phase. Milestone dependencies (milestones that cannot be started without the completion of a previous milestone) will be illustrated or described specifically w/in the plan. Any changes to project timeline need to be communicated immediately and reflected in the plan.
Create and update BOM for assigned projects. Provide original sourcing of non-stock materials for

purchasing group.

Identify contractors for outsourced items/services as needed on projects. Specify the scope of work and obtain quotes from multiple sources.
Create internal and external work instructions and spare parts list when applicable.
Assist with internal product testing and coordinate external testing when appropriate.
Adhere to and promote all company standards and policies.
Conduct himself/herself in a professional manner in accordance with company guidelines.
Other special projects assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Strong understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing methods.
Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong analysis and reporting skills.
Highly motivated "self-starter" attitude.
Comprehension of the company's products and processes.
Experience with ERP/materials management processes and systems.
3D Modeling (SolidWorks experience strongly preferred)
Able to create a clear vision and think strategically.
Highly effective oral and written communications skills.
Proven ability to influence people and teams to achieve successful results.
Exhibits high credibility and trustworthiness to co-workers, customers and to the company.
Consistent decision making with an ability to define, improve, and organize people around process.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
Tenacity in overcoming obstacles while maintaining productive and positive working relationships.
Ability to execute in a rapidly changing fast-paced environment that requires strong teamwork.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the capacity to learn new systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

Post secondary degree in technical/engineering discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, or project management roles.

Preferred:

Knowledge of plastic machining and fabrication.
Experience with equipment used in laboratory and semiconductor industries.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the building. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Starting salary: $80,000 - $105,000

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