Mechanical Project Engineer

Overview

The Project Engineer supports the technical operations of the North American business as part of the product application and engineering team. This role is responsible for designing custom large-scale door systems used in demanding industrial environments such as aircraft hangars, shipyards, launch facilities, and mining operations.

Working within a design-build environment, the Project Engineer collaborates across design, fabrication, and installation phases, partnering with contractors, architects, engineers, and government entities to deliver high-quality engineered solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Production, and Installation teams to ensure customer requirements are met
• Design large door systems, including shop drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of materials
• Support manufacturing by resolving design-related issues and adapting to material or supply constraints
• Assist field teams by modifying designs to address installation and structural integration challenges
• Participate in client-facing engineering discussions and provide technical expertise
• Develop and maintain accurate technical documentation for products and projects

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D or 3D); experience with AutoCAD Mechanical or Inventor is a plus
• Strong engineering fundamentals with solid analytical and design capabilities
• Experience managing projects from specification through execution
• Background in preparing manufacturing-ready drawings
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Exposure to programming languages (Python, C#, C++, VB, etc.) is a plus
• Self-motivated with a positive and proactive approach

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical or engineering role

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with 10–20% travel to job sites
• Involvement in prototyping and validation activities
• Must be eligible to access restricted or government facilities (U.S. citizenship or green card required)

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person