Design Liaison Engineer

PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri, our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas, our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

In Kansas City
, we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

And our worldwide service centers ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee
• 10 paid holidays
• paid time off
• a 401K plan

We are seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Design Liaison Engineer to join our team. The Design Liaison Engineer will serve as the bridge between the design and manufacturing teams, ensuring that design concepts are accurately implemented on the shop floor. This role involves coordinating with both the engineering design team and production staff to ensure that products meet technical specifications and manufacturing capabilities, and quality standards.

The Design Liaison Engineer will also troubleshoot and resolve design and manufacturing issues, ensuring smooth execution from prototype through production.

Reports To: Director Engineering

Work Location: 6401 North Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041

• Design
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with design engineers to ensure that designs are align with shop capabilities, recommending modifications or optimizations where necessary.
• Communication:
  Act as the primary liaison between the design team and the production floor, ensuring that both teams understand the technical requirements and constraints of the design and manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving:
  Resolve design-related issues during the manufacturing process by collaborating with both engineering and shop floor teams to provide quick and effective solutions.
• Manufacturing Support:
  Provide technical support to the shop floor and production teams, ensuring that designs are executed according to specifications, quality standards, and schedules.
• Process Optimization:
  Identify opportunities for process improvements, providing feedback to the design and production teams for design modifications that can enhance manufacturing efficiency or product quality.
• Technical Documentation:
  Review and assist with creating detailed technical documents, including assembly/disassembly instructions, design modifications, and work orders to support manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Quality Control:
  Ensure that the final product aligns with the design specifications and meets all quality and regulatory standards. Support quality assurance during inspections and testing phases.
• Training and Support:
  Provide training to the production team on new design features, manufacturing techniques, and product updates.
• Cost Control:
  Help ensure that design decisions are cost-effective, considering materials, manufacturing methods, and labor efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a liaison engineering role or design engineering, preferably within a manufacturing or shop floor environment.
• Strong understanding of design principles, manufacturing processes, and product lifecycle management.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solid Works, AutoCAD, Creo or similar) and a basic understanding of design analysis tools.
• Ability to interpret and troubleshoot complex…