Project Engineer

Description
The Project Engineer I
Work schedule M-F 8:30-5pm/ Hybrid
Pay $80k
Summary
The Project Engineer I is responsible for developing mechanical shop release documentation for core VRC lifts, creating mechanical product design drawings using Computer Aided Design and Detailing (CADD) software, ensuring that designs meet customer specifications and are in accordance with codes, regulations and best engineering practices.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

1. Creates mechanical designs and drawings for Pflow's core VRC lifts
2. Uses engineering calculations and knowhow, to verify that all components selected for each application are appropriate for the design intent
3. Converts verbal and written information into 2D or 3D CADD models and drawings using AutoCAD, BricsCAD or SolidWorks for use in the product manufacturing process
4. Ensures that all drawings are detailed, accurate, complete and in accordance with customer requirements and company procedures
5. Delivers all drawings, illustrations and models according to schedules and deadlines set by customers and Engineering Department Management
6. Contributes innovative ideas, skills and work product as part of a small project group and as an individual
7. Utilizes Solid Modeling, Product Data Management (PDM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software as a routine course of business and demonstrates a willingness and ability for continued learning and skills advancement
8. Analyzes customer, mechanical, structural and regulatory requirements to develop practical, effective and complete vertical lifting solutions
9. Keeps work environment clean, safe and positive
10. Lives Pflow Core Values

Description of Marginal Job Functions:

1. Sets personal goals for continued learning and growth

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field of study
• Requires 3 to 5 years of mechanical design experience in fabrication, heavy equipment or related manufacturing industry with proven success in developing engineering drawings and applying engineering manufacturing principles
• Requires a working knowledge of the following: 3D CADD software (SolidWorks preferred),
• Requires proficiency with PDM and ERP software
• Requires mechanical engineering knowledge in the following: Mechanical power transmission (gears, chains, shafts, bearings, motors, belts, sprockets, etc.; Hydraulic power systems (pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, etc. ; Structural steel design and fabrication (welding, fasteners, etc
• Requires a solid understanding of mechanics to develop designs and drawings w/product details, dimensions and structures and indicate materials and manufacturing procedures.
• Requires the ability to convert verbal and written information into 2D & 3D dimensional drawings
• Requires excellent problem-solving skills and the ability and desire to develop innovative practical solutions
• Requires excellent communication skills to effectively relay technical product information and solutions in a professional manner
• Requires the ability to work independently and as part of a project team
• Requires self-motivation, creativity and an inquisitive nature to develop and design unique lifting solutions in a fast-paced environment
• Requires the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while producing accurate, detailed and high quality work design work
• Requires computer literacy and the ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, ExcelOutlook) proficiently
• Requires the ability to use basic office equipment: fax, voicemail, copier, calculator, etc.
• Requires excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Requires the ability to visualize designs in 3D

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent sitting
• Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, grasp or touch objects and tools
• Frequently is required to talk or listen
• Occasional standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending, reaching
• Frequently lifts and or moves up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus between near and far

Work Environment
The employee works indoors in office and production environments. Additionally, the employee will work near moving mechanical parts and in high places. He/she may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. There may be moderate noise in the production work environment.