SUMMARYMechanical project engineer to work on engineering projects and supporting the technical operation of the North American business. Project engineer will manage and execute product development, production support, and value engineering projects whilst integrating with the applications and product engineering group.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• Research and analyzes data and specifications to determine feasibility of project• Identifies potential projects, proposes and designs solutions• Familiar with reverse engineering and creating specifications from reverse engineered designs• Interacts with manufacturing in implementing manufacturing protocol• Supports product enhancement and cost reduction initiatives• Interacts with Product Development to align projects for the NA market• Prepares technical sales documentation, drawings, test reports, etc.• Create new part numbers in the ERP system• Supports product training when required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREDProficiency in SolidWorks required. Experience with AutoCAD and Pro-Engineering is a plus.Strong analytical/theoretical background with solid engineering design fundamental skillsExperience working on projects, from specification through to execution requiredExperience with design for manufacture required (sheet steel fabrication a plus)Exceptional communication and time management skillsCommitment to meet schedule due datesPositive, ambitious attitudeExperienced with Microsoft Office productsEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBS in Mechanical Engineering or strong technical degree requiredWORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS• Office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm• Occasional travel to job sites or material suppliers• Ability to access military & restricted government facilities (required: US citizen or green card holder)• Able to lift 50 lbs, stand for periods of time, work with hand and power tools as required in test lab environment