Klein Tools

980006 Shenzhen - Project Engineer

Klein Tools$80K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience
  • Strong technical, analytical, planning, and organizational skills
  • Proven experience leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders
  • Demonstrated conflict resolution and team leadership skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical presentations
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments with tight deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and select design techniques and criteria to meet project requirements independently
  • Conduct supplier visits to ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards
  • Make independent engineering decisions and represent the organization in vendor meetings
  • Plan, prioritize, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work across projects
  • Perform feasibility studies on proposed equipment or systems
  • Manage technical development activities and resolve engineering design issues
  • Act as a liaison with customers and vendors to ensure design meets end-user specifications
  • Monitor and implement changes to maintain project timelines

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead complex engineering projects
  • Development of strong cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Exposure to a variety of engineering challenges and opportunities
  • Supportive team environment focusing on innovation and quality
  • Minimal travel requirements allowing for work-life balance
Full Job Description
General Description: A Project Engineer is a leadership role where the individual is responsible for project outcomes and on-time delivery. This role involves complex problem solving and review of related information to evaluate and develop options and implement solutions with minimal direction. Specific Responsibilities: • Determine appropriate theoretical principles and approaches, using independent judgment to evaluate, select, and adapt standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to design equipment and systems that meet program requirements. • Conduct on-site supplier visits to monitor progress throughout product development and production, ensuring alignment with project timelines, quality standards, and performance expectations. • Make independent decisions on engineering problems and methods; represent the organization in vendor meetings to resolve key issues and plan and coordinate work. • Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work within a total program or project, including resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitable standard materials, and complex coordination challenges. • Conduct detailed feasibility studies for proposed equipment or systems, including reviewing design and development plans, cost estimates, engineering proposals, and specifications. • Coordinate and schedule technical development activities and resolve engineering design and testing issues. • Act as a liaison with customer and vendor representatives to ensure design specifications meet end-user needs and requirements. • Continuously review active projects and implement changes as needed to maintain timelines. • Prioritize engineering projects in alignment with organizational needs and strategic goals. • Maintain close communication with team leaders, business unit managers, and the executive team. • Provide guidance and direction to engineers within the department and project teams. • Minimize negative financial impact across facilities during project implementation. • Perform other duties as requested. Job Qualification Requirements: • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (as appropriate for the assigned area) from an ABET-accredited institution. • Minimum of 5 years of direct work experience in the relevant field. • Excellent technical, analytical, planning, and organizational skills. • Demonstrated experience leading complex projects and driving solutions involving multiple stakeholders. • Proven conflict resolution skills and team leadership experience. • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical analyses and financial justifications to support decision-making at all organizational levels. • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, goals, and direction, often under tight deadlines and stressful conditions. • Ability to travel as needed (minimal travel required) Your main focus: • Quality • Customer Obsession • Innovation • Ownership • Teamwork

About Klein Tools

Klein Tools is an American company that produces hand tools. The company is headquartered in Lincolnshire, Illinois and was founded in 1857 by Mathias Klein. Klein Tools is known for its high-quality tools that are designed for professionals in the electrical, construction, and mining industries. The company's product line includes pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, and other hand tools. Klein Tools has a reputation for innovation and has been awarded numerous patents for its products. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
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