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 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 on time and to specification.
  • 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, and fluid handling markets. Backed by a global engineering organization, they offer the resources of a large company with the collaborative culture of a smaller facility. Engineers gain hands-on exposure to complex products, customer-facing projects, and opportunities to make a direct impact on operations and business growth.

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

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
Ethan Norman
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7103698

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Romeoville
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ethan Norman
Job Reference
JN-092026-7103698
 

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