Job Posting: Manufacturing Project EngineerLocation: Hellam, PA
This is an exciting opportunity to manage complex projects, work with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead and manage the manufacturing launch of new products for key customers.
- Develop, manage, and track project budgets and timelines.
- Communicate project status to customers, ensuring trust, confidence, and the NSC reputation as a top-tier supplier.
- Provide project updates to internal stakeholders, cross-functional team members, and NSC leadership at each milestone of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
- Proactively identify and resolve project risks, including technical, cost, safety, and timing risks.
- Engineer and implement new manufacturing processes to ensure products meet print specifications consistently.
- Create and maintain engineering data and documents, including drawings, Bills-of-Material, Routings, Standard Rates, Process FMEA, Work Instructions, and Quality Control Plans.
- Collaborate with Tooling Engineers and Designers to design, build, and validate tooling and quality control gauges.
- Lead continuous improvement projects and contribute to the development of new manufacturing technologies or processes.
Job-Specific Competencies:- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, including Laser Cutting, Press Brake, Metal Stamping, MIG and Projection Welding, and Complex Assemblies
- Expertise in Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, CAD sheet metal design, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to solve complex problems and drive process improvement
- Strong relationship-building skills
Core Values:- Respect: Value differences, be open to others' opinions, and respect time and intent
- Integrity: Align actions with intentions and maintain trust
- Humility: Recognize areas for improvement and give credit where due
- Teamwork: Collaborate effectively and hold the team accountable
- Innovation: Pursue creative solutions and encourage new ideas
- Drive: Demonstrate discipline, continuous improvement, and a results-oriented mindset
Experience and Education Required:- BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
- Direct manufacturing experience and proficiency in the skills outlined above
- 5-7 years Project management experience
Working Conditions:- In-office position with occasional remote work by exception
- Sitting, standing, walking, and climbing stairs required
If you're a driven and experienced Manufacturing Project Engineer with a passion for leading product launches and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply!
Join New Standard and make a significant impact on our manufacturing success.
