Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:

Project Engineer
Department: 400

Reports To:

Director of Engineering
FLSA:
Salary - Exempt
Prepared By:
Human Resources

HORSTMAN
Horstman is a developer of high-performance independent suspension systems for both the defense industry and commercial markets. Horstman has a pedigree of developing innovative suspension solutions for both tracked and wheeled vehicles since the 1920’s. Horstman is looking for driven technical engineers, interested in helping Horstman stay at the forefront of suspension technology for the next 100 years.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
The Project Engineer leads multi phase engineering projects from proposal and concept development through detailed design, analysis, prototyping, testing, and production support. Responsibilities include CAD model and drawing creation, structural analysis, system calculations, and delivery of complete technical data packages. Project Engineers ensure suspension solutions meet customer performance, quality, cost, and schedule goals.

PRIMARY FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop concept designs, analyses, and cost/timing estimates for proposals.

• Establish performance targets aligned with customer requirements.

• Perform feasibility assessments and system trade studies.

• Present technical data, progress, and schedules to customers.

• Communicate project status and next steps to cross functional teams.

• Select components/sub systems based on performance, cost, and quality criteria.

• Design and conduct testing to confirm product performance.

• Develop and validate corrective actions based on test results.

• Collaborate with prototype and production manufacturing teams.

• Create designs optimized for manufacturing and assembly; support supplier/manufacturing changes.

• Prepare technical data packages including CAD models, drawings, BOMs, specifications, DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, and assembly/installation procedures.
Maintain focus on safety, quality, and compliance with company policies.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• Minimum 5-7 years of engineering experience managing multiple projects or customers.

• Knowledge of suspension systems for heavy commercial and/or defense vehicles.

• Highly motivated, self starting, and detail oriented.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Experience using Solid Works and/or Pro E CAD systems and FEA tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Suspension design experience for military wheeled or tracked vehicles.

• Experience with high pressure hydraulics, seals, valves, and structural components.

• Stress analysis skills; knowledge of materials, heat treatments, finishes, and manufacturing processes.

• Experience with damping valve tuning for ride and handling performance.

• Proficiency with Solid Works and/or Creo CAD systems and FEA tools.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Requires occasional travel (national and international)

• May be exposed to various outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, wind, rain and humidity

• Occasional exposure to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; risk of vibration

• Moderate noise level when working in shop environment

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