Project Engineer - Eaton, United States - Engtal

Description

New Model Project Engineer

Permanent

$60K-$75K

Eaton, OH

Primary Role in the Organization:

The New Model Project Engineer will play a pivotal role in spearheading new model start-up activities to align with both NAPM and customer SQCD (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery) requirements. This role entails creating and overseeing the process design and implementation for new models, ensuring seamless integration into existing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Meet customer requirements for new model start-up activities.
• Project manage the engineering department and other support groups to meet customer expectations.
• Develop cost analysis for capital investments.
• Create and manage capital equipment budgets.
• Develop process designs for new model products.
• Generate failure mode effect analysis documents for new model product processes.
• Establish and oversee project schedules for new model process design implementation, including molds, fixtures, equipment, and training.
• Provide technical support and project leadership during new model start-up activities for customers.
• Coordinate and control new model trial activities.
• Analyze new model trial results and employ the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle for problem-solving activities.
• Apply lean manufacturing concepts to optimize processes.
• Propose design changes to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
• Act as the engineering liaison between customers and internal departments.

Experience:

• Strong knowledge of assembly equipment and manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with plastics tooling and materials.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.
• Previous experience in project management.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.

Equipment Usage:

• Proficiency in using computer-related equipment.
• General knowledge of injection mold machines, die-cast machines, robots, paint, and general assembly equipment.