Project Engineer

Job Posting: Manufacturing Project Engineer

Location: Hellam, PA

New Standard is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Manufacturing Project Engineer to lead the launch of new products for our valued customers. This is an exciting opportunity to manage complex projects, work with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the manufacturing launch of new products for key customers.
• Develop, manage, and track project budgets and timelines.
• Communicate project status to customers, ensuring trust, confidence, and the NSC reputation as a top-tier supplier.
• Provide project updates to internal stakeholders, cross-functional team members, and NSC leadership at each milestone of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
• Proactively identify and resolve project risks, including technical, cost, safety, and timing risks.
• Engineer and implement new manufacturing processes to ensure products meet print specifications consistently.
• Create and maintain engineering data and documents, including drawings, Bills-of-Material, Routings, Standard Rates, Process FMEA, Work Instructions, and Quality Control Plans.
• Collaborate with Tooling Engineers and Designers to design, build, and validate tooling and quality control gauges.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and contribute to the development of new manufacturing technologies or processes.

Job-Specific Competencies:

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, including Laser Cutting, Press Brake, Metal Stamping, MIG and Projection Welding, and Complex Assemblies
• Expertise in Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, CAD sheet metal design, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to solve complex problems and drive process improvement
• Strong relationship-building skills

Core Values:

• Respect : Value differences, be open to others' opinions, and respect time and intent
• Integrity : Align actions with intentions and maintain trust
• Humility : Recognize areas for improvement and give credit where due
• Teamwork : Collaborate effectively and hold the team accountable
• Innovation : Pursue creative solutions and encourage new ideas
• Drive : Demonstrate discipline, continuous improvement, and a results-oriented mindset

Experience and Education Required:

• BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• Direct manufacturing experience and proficiency in the skills outlined above
• 5-7 years Project management experience

Working Conditions:

• In-office position with occasional remote work by exception
• Sitting, standing, walking, and climbing stairs required

If you're a driven and experienced Manufacturing Project Engineer with a passion for leading product launches and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply!


Join New Standard and make a significant impact on our manufacturing success.