Sr. Project Engineer
SkyWater is working with a returning client to help them find an experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead new product development and product improvement initiatives for a diverse portfolio of consumer products. This role offers the opportunity to own products from concept through production while partnering with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, improve existing products, and support long-term growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineering leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys bringing ideas to market.
Responsibilities
- Lead new product development projects from concept through production launch.
- Own one or more product categories, supporting new product introductions, sustaining engineering, and value engineering (VAVE) initiatives.
- Drive cross-functional projects involving engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and product management.
- Develop product designs with a focus on performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.
- Support engineering change orders (ECOs) and continuous improvement efforts.
- Evaluate competitive products and identify opportunities for product enhancements.
- Apply engineering tools such as DFMEA, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
- Build strong internal relationships to effectively drive projects and influence key stakeholders.
- Provide technical leadership throughout the product development lifecycle.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 8+ years of product development or project engineering experience within a consumer products or durable goods manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience leading products from concept through production.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, structures, hydraulics, fluid power, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with Creo/Pro-E or similar 3D CAD software.
- Working knowledge of DFMEA, GD&T, FMEA, DFM, and product validation methodologies.
- Excellent project management and cross-functional leadership skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence teams and drive execution.
- Consumer product, outdoor power equipment, or similar product experience is highly preferred.
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