The Impact You'll Make

The Project Engineer is responsible for overseeing the successful execution of custom equipment projects from initial design and approval through installation and commissioning. This role involves defining scope, specification, and deliverables, maintaining schedules and budgets, and communicating effectively with internal customers and internal teams across Engineering, Operations, Environmental, Safety & Health, Maintenance, and Supply Chain Management.  This role reports to the Engineering Manager

What You’ll Be Doing

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following. 
•    Develop clear project specifications and assemble RFQ packages
•    Define and document project scope and requirements from quotes, proposals, purchase orders, and internal requirements.
•    Serve as the primary point of contact for Engineering throughout the project.
•    Coordinate and lead internal project kickoff meetings with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Maintenance.
•    Maintain and update the MHP Engineering, 6 Gate – Capital Project Gated Check sheet to reflect scope, milestone, or schedule changes.
•    Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables through all phases.
•    Facilitate technical reviews with internal customers and communicate project status clearly and regularly.
•    Monitor scope, schedule, and budget changes; generate project updates and meeting minutes.
•    Track and review time charges and resolve discrepancies with supervisors.
•    Identify project delays and escalate concerns to department heads when necessary.
•    Recommend improvements to enhance product quality and internal processes.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
•    Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in a manufacturing or precision engineering environment, or 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience with a strong emphasis in implementing capital projects.
•    Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work across all organizational levels.
•    Ability to read and interpret engineering documents, drawings, and specifications.
•    Strong analytical and reasoning skills, including basic technical math (geometry, trigonometry, algebra).
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office and project scheduling tools.
•    Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications
•    Ability to write specifications for PLC and HMI applications; programming and interface experience a plus.
•    Experience with 2-D and 3-D Design (AutoCAD, Solidworks, NX, ProE or others).
•    Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing processes.
•    PMP certification or formal project management training.
•    Experience implementing Kanban, shop floor inventory management, and product flow projects.

What You'll Get from Us

Manager’s Note
As the name implies, Mountain Home is a community of stunning natural beauty. Our crystal-clear lakes, flowing rivers and emerald vistas are something to behold. No matter how many times you visit or how long you live here, you never run out of things to do outdoors. Mountain Home’s world class trout and bass fishing, numerous hunting opportunities, and acres of campgrounds are an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Our miles of hiking and biking trails and lakes and river activities support our community’s active lifestyle.  We also have the Buffalo River.  It is designated as America's first National River, flowing through 135 miles of pristine wilderness in the Ozarks. It is divided into three sections and has 22 access points, offering a variety of canoeing experiences from fast and exhilarating to slow and relaxing. 
The services and amenities of our clean, charming community are equally abundant and of high quality. From our world-class hospital and one-of-a-kind library to our first-class university, Mountain Home offers something for every stage of life. And with one of the lowest crime rates in Arkansas and the nation, housing costs below the national average, and boundless employment opportunities, it’s the perfect environment to start a new job, build a career, and raise a family. 

 

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Bonus system
Paid vacation
Retirement plan
Personal insurance
Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
State of the art virtual work environment
Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

Ready to Make a Difference?

 

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.