Project Engineer

Project Engineer

NESC is currently seeking a full-time Project Engineer for our North Attleboro location. This person will be responsible for both Project Management and Engineering/Design aspects of key high-specification projects, and will have overall responsibility for the successful completion of projects under their direct management. Depending on project needs, this may require performing aspects of both positions or coordinating with Project Managers and Engineers/Designers to accomplish tasks.

Job functions include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating mechanical design, electrical design, and programming for projects
• Occasional modelling and drawing in PTC Creo
• Research and specify purchased components to meet system requirements.
• Review specifications and ensure design meets all applicable specifications and standards.
• Processing department-related nonconformances when required.
• Managing complex projects for key customers, government agencies, and/or classified as NQA1.
• Creating design verification documentation, including forms required by quality programs.
• Meeting with customers to define and clarify objectives and deliverables per detailed contract specifications.
• Creating and managing project schedules, including key project milestones and critical path tasks, and progress payments
• Providing leadership and guidance to the project team, including members from the production, electrical, service, quality, and sales departments on all matters related to project schedules and deliverables.
• Communicating efficiently and effectively the key dates and activities that must be completed to ensure a successful result.
• Following up on actions assigned to team members for confirmation of completeness and accuracy.
• Learn and clearly understand the Navision ERP system's functionality.
• Escalate problems in a timely manner to address potential pitfalls and impediments to schedule completion.
• Attend department meetings and provide detailed project information to management.
• Support the sales team during the quotation phase when required. This includes job costing and producing project timelines.
• Enter drawing packages into the ERP system to create the bill of materials (BOM).
• Work with suppliers to secure quotes for all custom, fabricated, and purchased parts. Select the best option for fabrication partners among approved suppliers qualified to fabricate custom parts.
• Create and send installation requirements to the customer.
• Domestic and international travel as required.
• Any other duties required for this position

Job Requirements

• Metal fabrication experience
• Experience using CAD systems, PTC Creo preferred.
• Experience in reading and interpreting mechanical parts and assembly drawings
• Experience with gas handling equipment, HVAC machinery, or gas process piping/tubing is desired.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, piping, and electromechanical automation systems preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing procedures, processes, materials, and finishes.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience with P&ID.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• US Citizenship (due to federal contracts in place, only US Citizens are eligible for consideration)

The ideal candidate

• Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills and possess the ability to resolve common problems
• Must be able to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain accurate records
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work efficiently with others

Education Requirements

Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent

Location

General North Attleboro, MA

Training

Training will be provided for the right candidate. Training will primarily take place in the seacoast of NH, 2-3 days per week for the first 1-2 months. The candidate will be provided with hotel accommodations for training days. The remainder of the first 1-2 months will be spent on-site at the North Attleboro facility for remote training with the Project Engineering department.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Physical Requirement: Must have fine motor skills; ability to do repetitive motion; and the ability to sit for most of the day. Must be able to drive to the NH headquarters for training and as needed for company-related purposes. Travel time between locations is approximately 2 hours.
• Visual Requirement: Must be able to visually read documents and a computer screen
• Hearing Requirement: N/A
• Mental Requirement: Comprehension, Reasoning, Decision Making, Communication, and Mathematics