Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

Please Consider the following before applying:

1) Position will be required to be on‑site in Troy 4-5 days per week.

2) Position has not been approved to offer sponsorship and/or relocation.

3) Position base salary range is $90-110k; total comp potential range is $97,500-$118,500 (base + bonus + car allowance).

Witzenmann USA is a leading global provider of innovative piping systems, metal hoses, expansion joints, and other specialized components, serving industries such as mobility, construction, and manufacturing. We pioneer cutting‑edge solutions in key areas like semiconductor production, hydrogen technology, and e‑mobility, shaping the future of sustainable and efficient operations. With a strong focus on reliability and performance, our products ensure smooth operations even in the most challenging environments.

As part of a family‑owned company with approximately 4,400 employees across 16 countries, Witzenmann USA is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and solutions. Visit us at  to learn more.

This is a full‑time,
on‑site role for a Project Engineer located in Troy, MI. Primary responsibility is to lead the development and launch of new product applications for targeted OEMs and Tiers. This role is a combination of application engineering and project management and supports the full product lifecycle across ICE, hybrid, and new energy platforms.

Our products include metal tube assemblies, hoses and flexible elements for engine fluid and exhaust gas transfer, as well as vibration and thermal management. Our Mobility customers include leading automotive, commercial vehicles (class 6‑8) and engine manufacturers.

• Oversee projects from concept through production, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and internal design standards.
• Design development, engineering changes, APQP, project timelines, budgets, and deliverables for assigned projects.
• Interpret customer specifications and develop then into detailed engineering drawings, design packages and manufacturable solutions.
• Cross functional collaboration across engineering, product management, manufacturing, quality, purchasing and sales team to ensure efficient project execution.
• Apply material science and mechanical engineering expertise to the design, fabrication and optimize assemblies.
• Conduct feasibility studies, prototype builds and validation testing.
• Support cost estimates, quotations, and technical proposals.
• Review and document technical data, reports, and test results.
• Maintain active communication with customer engineering teams to ensure project alignment and timely delivery.
• Represent Witzenmann at industry events and trade shows.
• Other tasks as assigned.

This role requires excellent communication, strategic thinking, and cross‑functional leadership in a dynamic automotive environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, preferably in the metal forming, metal tube and bending industry or comparable. Prior experience with thermal management, media transfer or vibration management desired.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process tooling and part fabrication for complex automotive & commercial vehicles sheet metal products, ideally in exhaust or power train domain.
• Experience using 3D CAD software Siemens NX.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed (Less than 10%).
• Operate effectively in ambiguous, time‑sensitive environments with complex engineering challenges.
• Strong inter‑personal skills, and ability to work independently with minimal direction with global teams.
• Comfortable with occasional physical activity (ability to lift to 20 lbs).
• Full time role based in Troy Michigan – primarily onsite at office.

• Prior experience with metal pipes for engine application, exhaust system components or battery thermal management.
• Relevant networks with the engine, propulsion, or chassis groups at "big-3" or Japanese OEM’s and their tier’s in the industry.