Project Engineer

Summary:

Responsible for engineering projects(s) within a design and development program. This position will include providing work directions to engineers and/or designers. Perform high level engineering analysis and design of new and modified components in accordance with engineering standards and project scope. The Project Engineer is also responsible for resolving manufacturing and field issues when they arise.     

Principle Duties and Areas of Responsibility:

• Drive company vision for new products as it relates to requirements.
• Drive problem resolution, with a focus on simple but robust solutions.
• Participate in budgeting process to include recommending capital improvements and preparing justification data as required 
• Maintain effective communication with suppliers, internal and external customers, and outside resources concerning technical issues 
• Manage the integration of embedded machine software and hydraulic systems and support debugging and validation efforts
• Communicate project objectives to natural working groups (Manufacturing, Purchasing, Service, Marketing, Materials) 
• Use CAD to design and develop components and products while abiding by lean manufacturing, safety, engineering and drawing standards
• Create and maintain project documentation for project planning, requirements analysis, risk management, issues management, status reporting, project communication, quality assurance, research and historical records
• Evaluate designs for performance, safety, reliability, and cost
• Prepares engineering layouts, drawings, specifications and Bill of Materials, ensuring all parts are accurately specified for production needs
• Maintain engineering documentation within the EPDM system
• Performs engineering analysis to support the selection of parts, components, and materials that meet requirements
• Provide technical assistance for prototype build, pilot build, and production support
• Analyze and resolve issues reported to Engineering via verbal or written communication
• Provide direction to designers and drafters regarding engineering analysis
• Establish priorities of work for self and delegated to others
• Assist manufacturing with process improvements and suggest design modifications to quality H&S products
• Provide leadership to the team to ensure program success  
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures
• Adheres to company quality protocols and processes
• Perform job duties in an ethical, professional manner which is consistent with the H&S handbook
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate a high degree of creativity
• Strong time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to make good rational judgment decisions while under pressure
• Works well in a team setting and provides help to other engineers when needed
• Adapts easily to change and responds positively to constructive criticism
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Proven track record of implementing projects from concept to full scale production
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines 
• Have a passion for delivering world class hay and forage products. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering
• Proficient using Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
• 6+ years related experience
• Familiarity with Epicor ERP System is preferred  
• Experience working with SolidWorks, Creo or equivalent 3D modeling package
• Possess a strong mechanical knowledge of agriculture equipment or related systems
• Agricultural background

Direct Reports: None

Physical Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Use these codes to complete this section: "F" for frequently; "O" for occasionally; "N" for not at all.+

Physical Activity

On the job the employee must:

(F) Bend (O) Sit

(F) Squat (F) Stand

(O) Crawl (F) Walk

(O) Climb (F) Push/Pull

(F) Kneel 

(F) Handle objects (manual dexterity)                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

(F) Reach above shoulder level

(F) Use fine finger movements

(F) Repetitive movement

( ) Other      

Must carry/lift loads of:

(F) Light (up to 25lbs.)

(F) Moderate (25-50lbs.)

(O) Heavy (no greater than 70lbs.)

• Physical Exposure

On the job the employee:

(F) Is exposed to moderate or excessive (circle) noise

(F) Is around moving machinery

(F) Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

(F) Is exposed to dust

(O) Is exposed to fumes

(O) Drives motorized equipment

(O) Works in confined quarters

(N) Unprotected heights

( ) Other      

Physical Ability Acceptable Minimum

Vision: (x) Good (0) Poor (0) Blind

Color Vision: (0) Normal (x) Impaired 

Hearing: (0) Normal (x) Moderate Loss (0) Deaf

Talking/Speech: (x) Good (0) Fair (0) Mute