Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

A growing custom plastic injection molder in Newton Falls, Ohio is seeking an Experienced Project Engineer to lead complex, multi-phase product launches across a diverse customer base including automotive, appliance, industrial, solar, consumer and electronics markets. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a high-mix, fast-paced environment seeking broad decision making ownership with internal and external visibility.

Position Overview

· End-to-end ownership of new product launches from concept through production

· Technical leadership, customer interface, tooling strategy, and execution

· Ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to quality expectations

Key Responsibilities

· Lead full lifecycle program management for new product launches

· Serve as primary technical interface with customers and vendors

· Own and drive APQP processes through PPAP approval

· Develop and manage project timelines, budgets and customer reports

· Lead tooling design, mold construction, and validation activities

· Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve issues

· Identify risks early and drive proactive solutions

· Support quoting, design for manufacturability, and feasibility reviews

· Travel to customer and supplier sites as needed

· Support cost reduction activities using latest technologies and automation

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing or related)

· 7+ years engineering experience, including 5+ in plastic injection molding

· Experience managing complex tooling and product launches

· Strong knowledge of APQP and PPAP

· Experience with mold design, build, sampling and validation

· Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar parametric modeling platform

· Experience with ERP/MRP systems (IQMS preferred)

· Strong Microsoft Office skills

What Sets This Role Apart

· Broad ownership of decision making across full programs

· Exposure to diverse industries and applications

· High visibility with leadership and customers

· Direct impact on company growth and performance metrics

What We’re Looking For

· Technical leader who can independently drive projects

· Strong communicator across all levels

· Balance of hands-on engineering and project management leadership

· Proactive, accountable, results-driven mindset

Company Description

Since 1992, Great Work! Employment has made finding a job easy. With offices in Akron, Canton, Brooklyn, New Philadelphia, Wadsworth and Streetsboro, we have jobs available throughout Northeast Ohio. Apply today to find out about our hundreds of openings with local employers.

Great Work Employment celebrates “There is a Difference” by being an Equal Opportunity Employer and embracing diversity. Our employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We are an EOE/Veteran/LGBT/Disabled employer.

Company Description

Since 1992, Great Work! Employment has made finding a job easy. With offices in Akron, Canton, Brooklyn, New Philadelphia, Wadsworth and Streetsboro, we have jobs available throughout Northeast Ohio. Apply today to find out about our hundreds of openings with local employers. \r\n\r\nGreat Work Employment celebrates “There is a Difference” by being an Equal Opportunity Employer and embracing diversity. Our employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We are an EOE/Veteran/LGBT/Disabled employer.