Project Engineer

Project EngineerWe are looking to hire a Project Engineer immediately. The candidate will work under the direction of the Project Engineering Manager and will be responsible for managing projects from the design stage, all the way through production approval. Including tooling, fixtures, gauging, production routings, schedules, dimensional approval, costs, profitability, and customer contact / correspondence.Essential duties and responsibilities:This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded from time to time to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary. Included in this are the essential duties listed under Project Engineer I.• Comply with all safety and health guidelines, quality standard practices/procedures and housekeeping standards.• Prioritize customer satisfaction, timeliness, and quality.• Develops and facilitates intermediate part number projects including significant part redesign and complex mold setups for solidification, challenging secondary operations, component sub-assemblies, and subcontract selection/support on 10 or more active projects in multiple facilities.• Manages projects in advance markets such as the automotive, aerospace, defense and/or medical markets.• Supports intermediate quality responsibilities for new part projects by creating customer quality documentation, identifying and reaching resolution on gaps/conflicts, and supports customer complaints.• Independently develops, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods through new part sampling, manufacturing feedback, and customer feedback.• Contributing member with the plant management team on the operational review meetings with the executive team.• Participate in company advancement projects.• Applies investment casting knowledge to improve operational performance in Dip/Dewax, tooling design, melt, and heat treat.• Determines the process steps, tooling and gauging, the materials and supplies to be used for efficient and cost-effective manufacturing.• Manages part number projects to meet or exceed customer expectations for timing and quality.• Uses technical ability to influence process knowledge and manufacturing teams/leadership.• Contributing team member during line down situations.• Supervisory Responsibilities – None.Education and/or experience:Requires a bachelor's degree in technical engineering field from a four-year college or university and 3 + years' experience; and or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience with CAD preferred.Communication skills:Must be able to effectively communicate internally with other employees to share information, solves problems, and instructs manufacturing or supporting departments. Must also be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to customers and/or suppliers and act as the Primary technical contact. Must have the ability to read and interpret complex documents such as blueprints, shop orders, work plans, and customer specifications. Must be able to write standard reports and documentation.Mathematical skills:Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Able to understand basic statistical concepts such as mean, median, and standard deviation.Reasoning ability:Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Other skills and abilities:Requires the ability to operate various equipment to include various precision measuring devices and lifting devices. Requires a broad knowledge of tooling, material characteristics, and general manufacturing and machining practices. Should be knowledgeable and/or familiar with applicable ISO/IATF/AS and quality system requirements and policies. Become knowledgeable of 3D solid modeling (SolidCast) and NX (UniGraphics). Understand GD&T principles and continuous flow manufacturing principles. Proficient with MS Office Suite products.Physical demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and/or walk, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.Job type & location:This is a contract position based out of Hutchins, TX.Pay and benefits:The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $60.10/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace type:This is a fully onsite position in Hutchins, TX.Application deadline:This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2026.About Actalent:Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.