Shenzhen - Project Engineer

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.

Perks for you include:
• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance

General Description: A Project Engineer is a leadership role where the individual is responsible for project outcomes and on-time delivery. This role involves complex problem solving and review of related information to evaluate and develop options and implement solutions with minimal direction. Specific Responsibilities: • Determine appropriate theoretical principles and approaches, using independent judgment to evaluate, select, and adapt standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to design equipment and systems that meet program requirements. • Conduct on-site supplier visits to monitor progress throughout product development and production, ensuring alignment with project timelines, quality standards, and performance expectations. • Make independent decisions on engineering problems and methods; represent the organization in vendor meetings to resolve key issues and plan and coordinate work. • Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work within a total program or project, including resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitable standard materials, and complex coordination challenges. • Conduct detailed feasibility studies for proposed equipment or systems, including reviewing design and development plans, cost estimates, engineering proposals, and specifications. • Coordinate and schedule technical development activities and resolve engineering design and testing issues. • Act as a liaison with customer and vendor representatives to ensure design specifications meet end-user needs and requirements. • Continuously review active projects and implement changes as needed to maintain timelines. • Prioritize engineering projects in alignment with organizational needs and strategic goals. • Maintain close communication with team leaders, business unit managers, and the executive team. • Provide guidance and direction to engineers within the department and project teams. • Minimize negative financial impact across facilities during project implementation. • Perform other duties as requested. Job Qualification Requirements: • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (as appropriate for the assigned area) from an ABET-accredited institution. • Minimum of 5 years of direct work experience in the relevant field. • Excellent technical, analytical, planning, and organizational skills. • Demonstrated experience leading complex projects and driving solutions involving multiple stakeholders. • Proven conflict resolution skills and team leadership experience. • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical analyses and financial justifications to support decision-making at all organizational levels. • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, goals, and direction, often under tight deadlines and stressful conditions. • Ability to travel as needed (minimal travel required)

Your main focus:
• Quality
• Customer Obsession
• Innovation
• Ownership
• Teamwork

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io.