Project Engineer

Adecco is looking for a Project Engineer for our client located in Brantford.

Position Overview

•  Manage technical projects including new product design and re-engineering of existing products for improved cost and performance. 

•  Perform engineering analysis, calculations and detail design of new and existing products.

•  Review and verify work of others within the Engineering department under the direction of the Manager.

 Knowledge and Experience

•  Engineering degree.

• Experience in mechanical design of products, materials properties and selection, stress analysis.

• Experience with, and ability to read technical specifications, industry standards and manufacturing documentation.

• Production of accurate, clear detail and assembly drawings using AutoCAD & SolidWorks in compliance with drafting standards.

• Experience with various manufacturing processes, their advantages and limitations including hot work, stamping, machining, heat treatment and finishing.

• Experience with mechanical testing equipment, methods and knowledge of ISO9001 Quality System.

• Experience in building cost estimates for manufactured products.

• Practical experience of product application with respect to fit / form / function evaluations and safety assessments.

• Experience working within a technical team and providing guidance to junior staff.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing technical projects to completion in a timely and cost-effective manner.

• Responsible for detail design and development of products and processes within defined objectives. 

• Performing calculations and layouts required to achieve final design drawings.

• Maintenance of existing product designs including reviews for improvements or cost reductions.

• Create and maintain bills of materials and Slacan design files including specs, drawings, etc.

• Review and approve work by others in the technical team under the direction of the Product Engineering Manager.

• Technical support for customers, suppliers and other departments.

• Other duties as assigned.