Project Engineer (Saltwater Towers) - Marine Components

About the Role

This Project Engineer II position is responsible for independently managing a diverse portfolio of projects within Marine Components. The role encompasses full-cycle project leadership, hands-on mechanical design and process engineering, innovation in product and manufacturing solutions, supplier and customer management, and active support of business development initiatives to drive growth of Marine Components.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects for a variety of products and components within Marine Components, including metal parts, towers, flooring, board racks, and other marine-related items, with potential expansion into other products and segments.
• Create and execute project schedules while managing suppliers and customers to achieve milestones and track vendor progress.
• Develop product quotes and manufacturing plans, including potential design and management of proposed manufacturing process, tooling, and production requirements.
• Drive innovation by regularly contributing new ideas and solutions to technical and project challenges.
• Coordinate with leadership and engineering teams to develop and maintain accurate project timelines.
• Schedule and lead regular project review meetings, effectively communicating status and driving accountability.
• Manage project approvals and associated communications.
• Oversee prototype, pre-production, and sample builds, including scheduling, detailed build documentation, BOM creation, engineering change management, and resource coordination to ensure on-time, in-spec execution.
• Perform responsibilities in product design engineering and process engineering, including concept development, CAD modeling, drawings, design reviews, technical reports, and adherence to GD&T standards.
• Perform hands-on manufacturing support including programming and machine trials (e.g., CNC Mill/Router, Laser cutter, Sheet metal brake).
• Provide process engineering support through manufacturing process/method selection, routing creation, tooling/fixture design, DFMA analysis, and production optimization.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to deliver feasible, cost-effective designs aligned with production capabilities.
• Demonstrate self-driven initiative, high engagement, strong executive function, effective prioritization, and proactive communication with management and internal/external customers throughout all project phases.
• Support project justification and business development by assisting with business cases, participating in customer-facing technical discussions, and contributing to the growth of Marine Components.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Competencies

• Teamwork: Actively contributes to building a positive team spirit; consistently places team and business success above individual interests; proactively supports team members and shares knowledge to elevate overall team capability and performance.
• Innovation: Demonstrates independent thinking by regularly contributing novel ideas, creative solutions, and process improvements that advance project outcomes and business objectives.
• Adaptability: Quickly adjusts to changing priorities and shifting business needs; demonstrates flexibility in reprioritizing tasks and resources while maintaining focus on key project and business objectives.
• Receptivity: Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; actively gives and welcomes constructive feedback to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Engaged: Remains physically and mentally present; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, holds self to a high standard of excellence, takes ownership of commitments, and shows strong initiative with proactive communication to team, management, and customers.

Qualifications

• BSME or related degree from ABET-accredited university preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience or equivalent experience working as an engineer/designer (7+ years).
• Effective communication skills in English required.
• Mathematical skills up to the algebraic level for problem-solving.
• Strong understanding of general problem-solving, logical reasoning, and root cause analysis.
• CPM, PE, or other professional certifications are a plus.

Physical Demands

• Sits 4-6 hours, stands 1-3 hours, walks 0-2 hours, drives 0-2 hours.
• Lifts and/or carries: maximum 50 lbs, frequently 25 lbs, occasionally 35 lbs.
• Hands for repetitive activities: simple grasping (right/left frequent), pushing/pulling (right/left frequent), fine manipulation (right/left frequent).
• Feet for repetitive activities: right/left occasional.
• Activities: bending-at-waist (occasional), squatting (occasional), climbing (ladders/stairs occasional), kneeling (on ground occasional), reaching above shoulder (occasional).

Work Environment

• Typical 8-10 hour workdays; frequent overtime required.
• Safety glasses required while in production areas; other PPE may be required based on specific projects.
• Work environment may include heat/cold, dust/dampness, height, chemicals, and noise.