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

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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. 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.