Project Engineer III
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Job Description
Summary:
The Project Engineer III is responsible for leading the execution of New Product Development (NPD), sustaining engineering, and research and development programs. This role provides technical leadership within cross-functional Integrated Product Development Teams (IPDTs), ensuring product designs meet customer requirements, certification standards, and program objectives. The Project Engineer III operates with minimal supervision and is accountable for driving technical decisions, coordinating engineering activities, and delivering program results.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead engineering activities across all phases of product development, including proposal, design, analysis, fabrication support, testing, and entry-into-service.
• Provide technical leadership within the IPDT, coordinating cross-functional efforts to meet program objectives, schedules, and customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain engineering plans and support overall project scheduling in alignment with program milestones.
• Lead design efforts, including creation, review, and approval of engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Oversee preparation and approval of engineering and certification documentation (e.g., ATPs, QTPs, test reports).
• Perform and/or guide engineering analysis activities (e.g., stress, thermal, flow) and ensure technical adequacy of results.
• Lead design reviews and drive resolution of complex technical issues.
• Interface directly with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance with technical and program requirements.
• Support and guide manufacturing and test activities, including troubleshooting and design improvements.
• Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership and customers.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support staff.
• Participate in or support internal and external audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Function: Engineering
Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level