Project Engineer Auto​/Rail

Leads the engineering development of key projects utilizing product development processes to develop products and processes, leads large project and/or product launch teams and provides technical support for existing products by performing the following duties.

• Plans, organizes and leads engineering projects through product development processes.
• Prepares and adheres to project schedules and raises issues to meet project deadlines and takes necessary steps to resolve.
• Analyzes research data, proposed product specifications and/or customer drawings to determine feasibility of product proposal.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.
• Engage with Advanced Manufacturing, Operations, Purchasing, and suppliers to develop designs and resolve design issues.
• Prepares or coordinates preparation of product or system layout, detailed drawings and schematics and all engineering documentation.
• Prepares cost quotations on new products, including material and purchased components labor & burden, tooling and testing.
• Coordinates manufacturing or building of prototype samples, tooling or systems.
• Plan and develop experimental test programs utilizing the appropriate quality tools.
• Analyzes test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• Engages with manufacturing, marketing, engineering and other personnel to prepare product design modifications as required.
• Controls project expenditures within limitations of project budget.
• Prepares interim and completion project update reports.
• Evaluates and approves design changes, specification changes and drawing releases.
• Provides technical support for existing products.
• Supports other engineers and engineering technicians, as required, through the product launch process, including new part quote, new part set-up, and prototype builds adhering to the appropriate product development tools as required (APQP, CP, DFMEA, PFMEA, etc.).
• Process new part orders including designing, sourcing and testing of parts.
• Trouble shoots product and process problems and lends other technical assistance, as required, to production build associates.
• Will have contact with both internal and external customers including, Flexfab associates, tool and material vendors.

• BS in Engineering or related technical degree. Advanced degree preferred.
• Three to five years in product or process development, Automotive preferred.
• Experience in multiple functional areas preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leading projects from concept to successful launch or implementation.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in relevant areas of responsibility or technology.
• Understanding of APQP preferred.
• Basic CAD skills (Solid Works preferred)

If you meet these qualifications and are interested in being considered for this position, please submit your application & updated resume at  .

Flexfab is an equal opportunity employer, to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
This position requires access to technical data subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Only U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) are eligible.