Assistant Project Engineer Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

Job Description:

Project Engineer II

INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create disruptive new technologies and solutions. Our Engineering Team is responsible for solving every day pain points and improving on efficiencies and ergonomics, changing the lives of our users. Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen. Year after year, our team continues to be disruptive and drives significant breakthroughs in the industry. We're just getting started. To learn more about our story click HERE

As a Project Engineer II for Milwaukee you will be utilizing your engineering skills and project management ability to execute design changes, derivative tool releases and general maintenance of existing products.

Milwaukee Electric Tool offers benefits on your first day of work (health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k) and an excellent working environment that includes an on-site cafeteria, as well as a state of the art fitness facility!

You'll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Lead small to medium scale engineering projects and provides engineering support on mid-level complexity projects under the supervision of Project Leader.

• Work cross-functionally and globally with Quality & Reliability Engineering, Purchasing, Finance, Service & Support, Marketing, and numerous other departments.

• Evaluate product designs relative to the selection, cost and resolution of problems associated with materials, heat treatment and finishes. Work cross functionally with advanced engineering teams.

• Assist in developing comprehensive project plans and drive project execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance targets per project plans.

• Monitor & Track project progress and provide monthly project status updates to senior management and the project team.

• Regularly visit the manufacturing cells/suppliers to maintain open lines of communication with the cell/suppliers and provide troubleshooting analysis as required.

• Request and perform tests per established procedures

• Interpret data and make corresponding design recommendations including but not limited to:

  • Utilization of computer aided simulation tools

  • Stress analysis

  • Selection of materials and heat treatments

  • Tolerance stacks and deviation analysis

  • Selection and evaluation of lubricant properties and uses

  • Statics and dynamics

  • Noise and vibration analysis

  • lnteract with suppliers to develop part and product specifications that meet performance requirements while falling within process capabilities.

What TOOLS you'll bring with you:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or educational equivalent is required. Preferred degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant working experience.

• Ability to travel to Internationally & domestically several times of year is required (15% travel).

• Ability to manage several simultaneous projects is required.

• Highly developed Mechanical aptitude is required including a broad knowledge of engineering materials used in hand tools, and an understanding of the manufacturing processes associated with these materials.

• Ability to use CAD is required. Unigraphics or Pro-E are preferred.

• To be successful in this role you will need to be a self-starter who has a strong problem-solving skill set and understands design, testing, and manufacturing processes (grinding, stamping, heat treatment, functional coatings, machining, etc).

• Able to provide a basic overview of upcoming workload and identify potential resource bottlenecks.

• Understanding of DFMA and various cost drivers associated with materials, labor & overhead is required.

• PMP/CAPM certification is a plus but not required.

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.

• Generous 401 (K) savings plan.

• Education assistance.

• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.

• And many more, check out our benefits siteHERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.