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Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Waukesha, WI

Job ID

8353

Opening Type

Existing Vacancy

Workspace

On-Site

Industry

Date Posted

Other

July 23, 2026

About the Role

The Senior Mechanical Project Engineer will be responsible for identifying solutions to assigned projects covering the breadth of the product offering. You'll be a key contributor in building the tools that keep our global energy infrastructure running smoothly.

Key Activities

  • Develop mechanical system design solutions based on engineering principles.

  • Work closely with team members on conceptual design layout, vendor interaction, prototyping, testing, and performance characterization.

  • Schedule, develop agendas, facilitate, and document project meetings.

  • Communicate technical details, ideas, and concepts to engineers and non-engineers.

  • Perform data analysis utilizing DOE, SPC, and FMEA tools regularly throughout the product life cycle.

  • Exhibits vision and foresight to test the extremes of a design and guide the team members through well-thought-out, logical test regimes.

  • Create accurate documentation to support the NPI process, including DVP&R, BOM, Routing, 3D drawings, and instruction manuals.

  • Define support equipment, fixtures, test methods, and parts from external suppliers.

  • Interact with manufacturing plants and outside suppliers to achieve project goals.

  • Resolve operational problems related to projects.

  • Oversee project workflow and support internal and external resources to ensure timely delivery of projects, expected quality, and allotted budget.

  • Provide high-quality pre-sale, design-in, and post-sales technical support to customers.

  • Protect company value by keeping information confidential.

  • Perform cross-functional analysis and lead special projects as requested.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with National Instruments LabVIEW software is a plus.

  • Familiar with six-sigma techniques, e.g., design for manufacturability/reliability (DFx), SPC, GR&R.

  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.

  • Working knowledge of MRP (preferably Epicor) is desirable.

Education and Experience

  • A BS or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering.

  • Focus on engine theory or design is a plus.

  • 10+ years of related job experience or equivalent educational experience.

  • Must possess a high level of Mechanical engineering aptitude, including a broad knowledge of engineering materials as well as an understanding of manufacturing process associated with these materials.

About Us

Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.    


TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.    
   
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.    

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