Project Engineer

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Job Description

The Project Engineer is responsible for overseeing and managing all technical aspects associated with the development of products for motion control and industrial automation applications. This includes the design, prototyping and qualification of new products. The Project Engineer will lead a team of engineers and other professionals to ensure timely completion and high-quality execution of the technical aspects of a project.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the technical aspects of engineering projects, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and project timeline

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project team members

• Identify and mitigate technical project risks, ensuring project deliverables meet or exceed quality standards

• Coordinate with external partners, vendors, and stakeholders as needed to ensure project success

• Collaborate with cross functional teams to resolve issues

• Ensure all project documentation is accurate and up to date

• Lead and execute prototype and sample builds

• Create and maintain project documentation, including drawings, models, and specifications

• Reviewing and editing technical drawings for accuracy and completeness

Additional technical processes and documentation responsibilities include:​

• Design FMEA

• Creating and Managing Project Test Plans

• Creating and Reviewing Test Reports

• Write and Create Specifications and Proof of Compliance Documents

• Creating and Managing Prototype Control Plans

• Creating and Managing New Product Development Bill of Materials

• Creating and Managing Engineering Change Orders

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field

• 0 - 5+ years of experience in project engineering or a related field

• Familiarity with CAD design, ERP systems, and motion control principles

• Experience using MS Suite

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

• Competency in Creo or other CAD software

• Both Domestic and International Travel up to 10%

• English required

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.