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Are you in the engineering technology field? Would associates and colleagues describe you as a high-tech, project-driven, high-touch thinker and enthusiast? Do you get excited about increasing performance and efficiencies? Have you several years of experience as an Engineer in Body-In-White projects? If so, then the Project Engineer position with VDL Steelweld, USA headquarters in Troy, Michigan may be something for you. Our project engineers are responsible for the realization and oversight of technically complex projects. They oversee various aspects of workflow and assist project management with, budget allocation as well as scheduling for assigned projects.

Project Engineer

A closer look at WHAT IT TAKES

Our project engineer has the opportunity and responsibility to coordinate and manage the complete technical aspects of engineering projects. Specifically overseeing the overall process as well as the more detailed aspects within the assigned project for the VDL Steelweld offices throughout the United States and reports to the General Manager of VDL Steelweld USA, headquartered in Troy, Michigan. The Project Engineer of the US works in close contact with VDL Steelweld headquartered in the Netherlands regarding global sourcing and project execution.

Duties Include:

• Responsibility for the technical process including risk analyses, FMEA and cycle time calculations.
• Supervising, coordinating work by the project employees, suppliers and contractors. 
• Collaborating with project management and staff to create a strategic action plan and cost estimates of materials, time, labor, and other resources required to complete the project.
• Facilitating and contributing to the development of project plans and designs.
• Recommending and/or analyzing materials, equipment, and practices used in the project.
• Assessing the competence, capabilities, resources, and financial status of vendors.
• Supervising progress of the assigned project.
• Comparing the actual cost of development project to estimates.
• Collaborating with design group to change plans if problems arise.
• Preparing periodic progress and cost reports for leadership.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations, codes, guidelines, best practices, and policies.
• Collaborating with the operations department to identify and troubleshoot problems.
• Performing other related duties as assigned. 
• Willing to travel and work on location.

Do you have the KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES?

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent budgeting and cost containment skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with 2D and 3D Design software as Autocad and Catia.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Basic understanding of ISO 9000 design requirements.

Do you have the EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE?

• Bachelor’s degree in related engineering discipline required.  
• At least three to five years of experience in project engineering, systems design, operations, or other related field, with at least three years of management experience leading multidisciplinary design teams required.

What WE HAVE TO OFFER

• Professional, cooperative and dynamic office environment.
• Opportunities for professional and development growth.
• Competitive salary and total compensation package.
• Benefits that include: medical, dental, vision, short - / long-term disability, term life insurance, accident insurance, 401(k).

Are you a PERFECT FIT? Then WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? 

We would like to receive your resume.

Who are we? THE GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

VDL Steelweld is a diverse, versatile, international company established in 1965 actively involved in Automated Production Systems, Special Products, Automated Guided Vehicles and Parking Systems. The company is headquartered in the Netherlands with branches in the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden, China and we are not done yet! 

Our primary competencies include processing, designing, producing and installing robotic production systems offering a wide range of handling, assembly and joining technologies for industrial applications. We are a first-tier supplier for car manufacturing OEMs around the world. Our product lines are as varied and diverse as our people. We produce products, ranging from complex mechatronic systems to large welded constructions, Automated Guided Vehicles as well as fully- and semi-automatic parking systems. Together with more than 500 high-energy, motivated staff members, VDL Steelweld delivers projects, products and services to satisfied customers across a wide variety of industries all around the world.

Our LOCAL VIEW

As with our Global counterparts, VDL Steelweld USA’s corporate philosophy embodies a long-term relationship focus that offers innovative, cutting-edge, automated production lines and system solutions for our customers.