Mechanical Project Engineer
Insight Product Development is a global leader in the creation of innovative solutions for complex products, systems and workflows. We are a product development consultancy with extensive experience in leading collaborative efforts with our clients to create and evolve technologies, products, and the services and systems that support them in new and innovative ways. Our diverse capabilities and offerings include: user research, product planning, interaction design, industrial design, engineering and prototyping. The combination of our unique capabilities, talented staff and deep experience in the medical, consumer and industrial markets has made Insight a well known and sought after development partner.
Who we’re looking for
Our Raleigh, North Carolina design studio is looking for an engineering program manager and technical project lead with solid experience in creative product development. In addition to exemplary program and client management skills, this position requires a solid background in mechanical part/component/system conceptualization, analysis, visualization, and CAD experience. You also must have an appreciation for the goals of other disciplines such as industrial design and user research, and the ability to articulate the value of Insight's integrated product development services to both current and prospective clients.
Responsibilities will include directing product development teams, leading project engineering efforts, detailed mechanical engineering and design, risk management, managing project budgets and schedules, supporting of proposal scoping efforts for new projects and client interaction activities.
Experience
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a history of creative problem solving, sound knowledge of engineering principles, and will be knowledgeable about manufacturing processes. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong passion for product development are essential in leading our teams and clients. This individual needs to provide a broad view and understanding of the product development process, and effectively lead multi-disciplined team efforts in the evolution of products from concept through testing and validation. Experience in health care product development and FDA requirements or in regulated technology industries a plus.
Skills
The ideal candidate will have a BSME and 8-10 years of mechanical engineering and project management experience. A solid understanding of manufacturing methods, project planning, risk management (i.e DFMEA) and design controls is a must. Proficiency in using Pro/Engineer and direct experience in the product development consulting business is a plus. The candidate will need to demonstrate a strong background and interest in the business, engineering, and product development aspects of project leadership.
Position Requirements
- BSME
- 8 to 10+ years experience in product development, preferably medical, automotive, safety or other high technology regulated industries
- Risk Analysis, DFMEA, DFM, DOE, Tolerance Analysis
- Experience with Pro/E, FEA or CFD experience is also valuable
- Excellent theoretical knowledge of design and mechanical engineering design concepts including kinematics, structural and thermal/fluid calculations and analysis
- An ability to balance theory with experimentation to verify potential solutions in an R&D process
- Ability to work on multiple projects and manage teams in a fast paced environment
- Plan, schedule, organize, and project manage engineering activities
- Manage design control documentation and other development process documentation
Apply Now
Please apply for this position by sending your cover letter and resume to:
engineeringjobs(at)insightpd.com
Please reference job code “MSRE” as the subject of your email. No calls please!