Project Engineer Application

Position Summary: Project Engineer Application Hastings MI

Leads the engineering development of key projects utilizing product development processes to develop products and processes leads projects and/or product launch teams and provides technical support for existing products.

Plans organizes and leads engineering projects through product development processes.

Prepares and adheres to project schedules raises issues to meet project deadlines and takes necessary steps to resolve them.

Analyzes research data proposed product specifications and/or customer drawings to determine feasibility of product proposals.

Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.

Advanced Manufacturing Operations Purchasing and suppliers to develop designs and resolve design issues.

Prepares or coordinates the preparation of product or system layouts detailed drawings schematics and all engineering documentation.

Prepares cost quotations on new products including materials and purchased components labor and burden tooling and testing.

Coordinates the manufacturing or building of prototype samples tooling or systems.

Plans and develop experimental test programs utilizing the appropriate quality tools.

Analyzes test data and reports to determine if designs meet functional and performance specifications.

Engages with Manufacturing Marketing Engineering and other personnel to prepare product design modifications as required.

Controls project expenditures within project budget limitations.

Prepares interim and project completion 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 quotes new part setup and prototype builds while adhering to the appropriate product development tools (APQP Control Plans DFMEA PFMEA etc.).

Processs new part orders including designing sourcing and testing of parts.

Troubleshoots product and process problems and lends other technical degree or related/proven work experience.

• Mentor and collaborate with interns and coworkers/team
• Complete and launch projects on time
• Identify opportunities for process product or system improvements
• Reduce recurring product and process issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain positive customer satisfaction regarding technical support and project management.
• Develop products that meet established cost targets
• Improves material tooling or manufacturing efficiencies through engineering solutions

Bachelors degree in engineering related technical degree or equivalent proven work experience.

Three to five years of experience in product or process development. Automotive industry experience preferred.

Experience in multiple functional areas preferred.

Demonstrated success leading projects from concept through successful launch or implementation.

Demonstrated technical expertise in the relevant area of responsibility or technology.

Understanding of APQP preferred.

Basic CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred).

Working Conditions

• Professional office and production environment
• Daily/Weekly contact with both internal and external customers
• Periodic travel to external customers & supplier locations.
• Decision Quality
• Drives results
• Plans and Aligns
• Collaborates
• Action Oriented
• Situational Adaptability
• Instills Trust
• Communicatees Effectively
• Ensures Accountability
• Honesty Do the right thing
• Excellence Continuously search for ways to exceed expectations
• Accountability Take accountability
• Respect Recognize the values of each associate
• Teamwork Collaborate communicate take action
• Support Individuals organizations & community

How to apply:

If you meet these qualifications and are interested in being considered for this position please submit your application and update your 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