Project Engineer

Romeoville, Illinois Permanent USD75,000 - USD95,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Project Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of engineered fluid handling products in a manufacturing environment. This role manages projects from concept through production, collaborating with customers, manufacturing teams, and engineering leadership to deliver innovative solutions that meet project timelines, technical requirements, and customer specifications.
  • Big growth opportunity within a leading Aerospace Manufacturer
  • Great benefits and working environment

About Our Client

Our client is a leading manufacturer of metal and PTFE hose assemblies serving aerospace, industrial, chemical processing, and fluid handling markets. Their highly engineered products support critical applications across aerospace, heavy equipment, industrial manufacturing, and advanced technology sectors. This opportunity combines the resources and stability of a global engineering organization with the collaborative culture of a smaller facility, offering engineers hands-on project ownership, customer interaction, and the ability to make a direct impact on products and operations.

Job Description

  • Lead engineering projects from concept, design, and prototype development through production launch
  • Design and develop mechanical and fluid handling products to meet customer and operational requirements
  • Interface directly with customers to understand technical requirements and provide project updates
  • Evaluate product designs for compliance with engineering standards, customer specifications, and manufacturing capabilities
  • Review and approve design changes, drawings, and engineering documentation
  • Utilize CAD software to create, modify, and maintain engineering drawings and product documentation
  • Coordinate prototype builds, testing activities, and product validation efforts
  • Analyze test results and implement design modifications as necessary
  • Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve product designs, processes, and operational efficiency
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to product quality, manufacturing performance, and cost reduction
  • Manage engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, ECNs, and controlled records
  • Provide technical support for existing products, manufacturing processes, and customer applications



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
  • 3+ years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Experience with CAD design and engineering drawing creation
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and product development principles
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with customers and cross-functional teams
  • Experience driving projects from concept through implementation

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in metal manufacturing environments
  • Background in fluid handling systems, hoses, pumps, valves, or related products
  • Aerospace industry experience
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
  • Experience supporting highly engineered or custom products

What's on Offer

  • Salary range: $75,000 - $95,000
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • PTO available upon hire
  • Flexible start and end times
  • Lean and Six Sigma training opportunities
  • Career growth within a global engineering and manufacturing organization
Contact
Collin Patrick Walsh
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7103680

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Romeoville
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Collin Patrick Walsh
Job Reference
JN-092026-7103680
 

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