Project Engineer

This opportunity is with a rapidly growing electrical manufacturing client that is adding new engineering positions as part of a strategic expansion of operations. The organization is investing heavily in product development, manufacturing capability, and engineering talent to support sustained growth and increased market demand.The Project Engineer will play a critical role in driving New Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives, ensuring projects move efficiently through structured development processes from concept through production launch.Why Consider This Opportunity:3 Weeks PTO (competitive for the industry)Exceptional Profit Sharing Program tied to company performanceClear Growth Opportunities within a growing engineering organizationComprehensive Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, etc.)Stable yet growth-oriented electrical manufacturing environmentDirect exposure to cross-functional leadership and decision-makingSalary is 100-110kKey Responsibilities:New Product Development (NPD)Lead cross-functional engineering efforts for new product development initiatives.Translate customer, regulatory, and market requirements into technical specifications.Drive design validation, verification planning, and technical risk mitigation.Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing engineering teams to ensure product feasibility.New Product Introduction (NPI)Manage transition from prototype to production through structured NPI processes.Oversee pilot builds, design for manufacturability (DFM) activities, and process validation.Collaborate with operations to ensure smooth production ramp-up.Support cost modeling, BOM development, and supplier qualification efforts.Stage Gate / Product Lifecycle ManagementGuide projects through formal Stage Gate methodology, ensuring deliverables, risk assessments, and financial justifications are completed at each phase.Prepare and present technical updates and gate review documentation to leadership.Track KPIs related to timeline, cost, scope, and quality.Identify and resolve project risks, bottlenecks, and cross-functional conflicts.Cross-Functional CollaborationInterface with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Sales, and Operations to align technical objectives with business goals.Support continuous improvement initiatives related to product performance and manufacturability.Provide technical leadership during design reviews and post-launch performance analysis.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline preferred).Experience in NPD/NPI within a manufacturing environment.Familiarity with Stage Gate or formal product lifecycle management processes.Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and production ramp methodologies.Effective communicator with cross-functional leadership capability.