Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

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Project Engineer Job Description Our client is seeking a customer-focused Project Engineer to manage mechanical design projects from initial technical requirements through customer approval and production release. The Project Engineer will translate customer needs into innovative, practical, and cost-conscious manufacturing solutions. This position is responsible for coordinating project requirements, developing manufacturable designs, preparing complete engineering and production documentation, and providing technical support throughout the manufacturing process.

• - Serve as the primary technical point of contact for assigned customers and projects.
• - Gather and clarify customer requirements, including function, performance, budget, schedule, and design intent.
• - Manage assigned projects from initial concept through design approval, quoting, production release, and manufacturing support.

• - Create accurate 3D CAD models for components, subassemblies, and complete assemblies.
• - Apply design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly principles throughout the project.
• - Incorporate customer and internal feedback while maintaining proper revision control.

• - Create complete 2D drawings for manufactured parts, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• - Develop accurate, indented bills of materials covering manufactured parts, purchased components, hardware, raw materials, and outsourced processes.
• - Prepare complete production-release packages that allow parts and assemblies to be produced with minimal additional clarification.

• - Support make-versus-buy decisions and identify opportunities to reduce cost or lead time.
• - Conduct clear project handoffs with production management and answer technical questions from shop personnel.
• - Support prototypes, fixtures, first-article inspections, testing, engineering changes, and design revisions.

• - Complete assigned work within established project budgets and schedules.
• - Accurately track engineering time and design-related costs against project expectations.
• - Communicate anticipated overruns, delays, and unresolved questions early.

• - BS in Mechanical Engineering
• - 4+ years of mechanical design experience
• - Solid Works (including parts, assemblies, drawings, configurations, and bill of materials)
• - Understanding of CNC machining & sheet metal fabrication
• - Design for Manufacturability

• - Customer communication & organization
• - Ability to manage multiple projects
• - CMO experience

The role is based in a small and close-knit manufacturing environment, offering plenty of opportunities for growth and upward mobility. We offer a great culture with a relaxed work environment and provide the opportunity to travel to trade shows (twice a year).

This is a Permanent position based out of Annapolis Junction, MD.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Reach out to me for PDF of benefits.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Annapolis Junction,MD.

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