Project Engineer - Automation Engineering/Specialized Machinery

About This Role

This Project Engineer will support the development of special-purpose machinery for the automotive industry, leading complex engineering projects from concept to customer acceptance. The role requires innovation in machine concepts and effective customer interfacing for new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop machine concepts and technical solutions tailored to customer requirements in the automotive sector
• Lead engineering projects from the initial concept and quotation phase through design, build, and final commissioning
• Serve as the technical interface with internal and external customers, including OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
• Present and defend technical concepts, system architectures, and engineering decisions to customers to support project acquisition and new business development
• Coordinate multidisciplinary and international engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing)
• Manage technical scope, requirements, risks, schedules, and project deliverables
• Support continuous improvement of engineering standards, concepts, and project execution processes
• Occasionally support on-site activities such as customer meetings, trials, and commissioning

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Controls, Automation, Electrical, Mechanical or related discipline)
• 7-10 years of experience in project engineering roles within special machinery, industrial automation, or manufacturing systems
• Prior professional experience as a Controls / Automation Engineer
• Strong experience in concept development, machine architecture, and system-level engineering
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions and customer-facing presentations
• Experience working in multidisciplinary and international teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
• Indefinite U.S. work authorization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Controls, Automation, Electrical, Mechanical or related discipline)
• 7-10 years of experience in project engineering roles within special machinery, industrial automation, or manufacturing systems, preferably in the automotive industry

Nice to Have

• Master's degree in engineering
• Experience with automated assembly lines, testing systems, or custom manufacturing equipment
• Understanding of automotive industry standards and customer expectations
• Commercial awareness and ability to support quotation and sales-related technical activities

Benefits