The Senior Project Engineer will be directly responsible for overseeing project activities internal and external to Spincraft. Will be the technical Point of Contact for customer if Program Manager is not assigned. Duties include tool/process design and technical/manufacturing documentation that will be flowed to Manufacturing that ensures that the product will meet the customer requirement. Individual will be expected to incorporate value engineering methodologies to support continuous improvement and cost reductions for associated manufacturing processing. Will provide technical input on new estimates as required and complete repeat site estimates as assigned.
Is the technical point of contact for the project, customer, and vendors
Completely manages a new project and associated development/NPI process from initial design through shipment of the first article to meet the customer requirements on time and under budget
File management of project specific drawings, data sets, models, and part lists
Assist with/perform part and method entries into the ERP system (Epicor)
Create manufacturing documentation (BOMs, routings, part/tool sketches using SolidWorks, visual work instructions, change orders, etc ) to fulfill customer requirements based on information supplied through purchase orders and engineering documents
Review and approve QA supplied control plans and inspection logs
Develop process flowcharts and pictorial diagrams as necessary
Create & update schedules and project status using MS Project or other for new/NPI orders
Evaluate/disposition nonconformance reports with rework operations (where required) and assist in providing/implementing corrective action
Provide estimating support through developing layouts and concepts for costing/quoting
Support the development and improvement of engineering departmental procedures
Participate in the maintenance of engineering drawings and standards
Participate in jointly developing PFMEAs where/when necessary to mitigate risk
Perform observation/time studies for developing standards and improving processes as assigned
Analyze process and cost data ( planned vs. actual) for decision-making purposes
Participate in, track, & lead process improvement activities for assigned parts/projects
Evaluate, research, and perform due diligence of new technology(s) under the direction of the team
What You'll Bring
BS degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred
Minimum of 5-7 years engineering experience or previous/relevant intern/co-op experience.
What We Value
Great attention to detail and strong communication skills
Have experience of strategic planning, with the ability to ensure the business meets customer requirements/deadlines.
Must be a self-starter with a willingness to take ownership and initiative on a new project/task from concept through completion
Proficient in SolidWorks and MS Office products
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a desire to grow in the role and apply new manufacturing technologies or processes to remain competitive
Basic understanding of GD&T
Familiar with typical fabrication processes such as sheet metal forming, rolling, assembly, welding, heat treating, and machining
Ability to handle multiple projects/tasks at one time with effective self-prioritization