Project Engineer
Project Management Responsibilities
Manage the development of new programs from concept through customer approval.
Lead small to mid-scale projects with low to moderate complexity (i.e., – component based projects, prototypes, etc.) through providing leadership and direction to cross-functional support resources.
Maintain program organization through effectively and consistently communicating the status of critical project milestones and action items to appropriate internal and external stakeholders.
Meet the following objectives at time of project closure (taking into account customer driven scope changes): Completion of project on or before established target date, NRE within quoted budget, Part costs for all elements of project at or below quoted costs, Predictable manufacturing status, Mitigate challenges that may negatively impact development (short term) and/or production (long term) in the areas of cost, quality or delivery.
Effectively collaborate with Business Continuity Managers on project activity and strategy.
Identify and capitalize on cost savings opportunities (NRE and/or part cost) throughout project.
Provide Estimating staff with support and information in completing project related quotations as requested.
Provide support to Purchasing and Supplier Quality for all procured materials, components and outsourced processes related to projects
Engineering Support Responsibilities
Support Program Manager on the development activities for complex programs.
Oversee the development of robust manufacturing processes using data analysis and statistical methods.
Investigate and address new challenges using a systematic, logical progression problem solving approach.
Perform DOE analysis as needed to ensure factors for process variation have been accounted for.
Assist with design for manufacturability internally and with customers.
Work with manufacturing during product/process development to ensure a successful transition to production.
Establish effective and efficient manufacturing plans, including work instructions, inspection plans.
Participate in the creation and execution of qualification and validation protocols/plans.
Participate in the continuous improvement of processes and systems.
Customer Relations Responsibilities
Obtain customer approval of developed processes.
Participate in and/or lead customers through the resolution of technical related questions or issues.
Educate customers on the benefits of the products/services.
Establish, build, and maintain positive relationship with customers.
Effectively manage and communicate scope changes of projects in a timely fashion.
General Responsibilities
Interact with customers, suppliers, and coworkers in a productive and professional manner.
Responsibility to protect Donatelle confidential information and Intellectual Property.
Follow safety requirements as outlined in the safety manual.
Perform other projects and duties as assigned.
Support other positions on the engineering teams as needed including Development Quality Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers.
Preferred Qualifications
4 Year Engineering Degree (Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Plastics Engineering)
2+ years of experience in contract manufacturing within related industry
Medical device industry and validation experience is preferred.
Strong project management and leadership skills.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret production reports, financial reports and technical information documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
Ability to write and professionally present presentations to large and small audiences.
Ability to effectively present information in a clear and concise manner to top management or personnel groups.
Strong computer, mathematical, reading, writing skills.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical information, electronic data, drawings and data in an efficient manner.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques.
Visibility requires maintaining a professional appearance and providing a positive company image to the public.
Work may require travel to current and potential clients.
This requires the possession of a valid state driver's license.
Support cross functional teams and departments as required.
Travel may be required to support company initiatives.
Requirements
Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a general office environment.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement options with a company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Annual incentive bonus opportunities
Flexible spending accounts
Legal/ID Shield protection plan
Education assistance and tuition reimbursement programs
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Engineering with 2+ years injection molding experience, preferably in contract manufacturing.
Medical device industry and validation experience is preferred.
Strong project management and leadership skills.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret production reports, financial reports and technical information documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
Ability to write and professionally present presentations to large and small audiences.
Ability to effectively present information in a clear and concise manner to top management or personnel groups.
Strong computer, mathematical, reading, writing skills.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical information, electronic data, drawings and data in an efficient manner.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques.
Visibility requires maintaining a professional appearance and providing a positive company image to the public.
Work may require travel to current and potential clients.
This requires the possession of a valid state driver's license.
Support cross functional teams and departments as required.
Travel may be required to support company initiatives.
Pay
Salary range of $76,000 to $118,000