Project Engineer We are seeking a hands-on Project Engineer to support custom manufacturing projects from initial customer discussions through design and production. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working directly with customers, vendors, and manufacturing teams and wants significant ownership over their projects. Responsibilities Meet directly with customers to understand project requirements, applications, specifications, and performance expectations. Develop project concepts, designs, and manufacturing plans based on customer needs. Create and modify 3D models and engineering designs using SolidWorks. Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to identify and source appropriate materials, components, and outside services. Work closely with CNC machining and manufacturing personnel to ensure designs can be produced efficiently and accurately. Provide engineering support throughout the manufacturing process and help resolve production or design issues. Support projects involving industrial, commercial, and consumer-oriented manufactured products, with occasional aerospace and defense-related work. Apply knowledge of machining, manufacturing processes, tolerances, materials, and design-for-manufacturability principles. Utilize or support additive manufacturing and 3D printing for prototypes, tooling, fixtures, or production-related applications. Manage multiple projects and priorities with a high degree of independence. Communicate project status, technical requirements, and changes with customers, vendors, and internal production personnel. Review finished products to ensure customer and engineering requirements have been achieved. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering required. Approximately 3-5+ years of engineering experience within manufacturing, machining, product development, or a related environment. Strong SolidWorks experience. Working knowledge of CNC machining and common manufacturing processes. Familiarity with 3D printing/additive manufacturing. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, dimensions, and tolerances. Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of how engineered products are manufactured. Comfortable communicating directly with customers and vendors. Ability to manage projects independently with limited supervision. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Pay:

$95,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience with 3D Printing and/or CNC Machining? If yes, how many years?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Annapolis Junction, MD 20701 (Required)

Work Location:

In person