Pinnacle Partners, Inc · 1 day ago
Project Engineer
Fort Wayne, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expPinnacle Partners, Inc is a family-owned manufacturing company seeking a Project Engineer for a direct-hire opportunity at their Fort Wayne, Indiana facilities. The role involves hands-on work with custom machine design, product development, and engineering support, collaborating with various teams to ensure project success.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Execute engineering projects as assigned by the VP of Engineering
Generate production drawings, including 2D and 3D models (Inventor or AutoCAD)
Assist shop-floor personnel with troubleshooting, design changes, assembly issues, and hands-on problem solving
Support product development initiatives and create initial design layouts and concepts for customer review
Provide technical support to customers and Parts & Service Repair teams
Participate in machine design, testing, and re-configuration projects
Work across multiple functions — design, fabrication troubleshooting, communication with the shop, vendor interaction, and internal/special assignments
Apply mathematical concepts including geometry, trigonometry, ratios, and proportions to real-world engineering problems
Lead quick-turn solutions on the production floor (e.g., solving interference or accessibility issues in assemblies)
Take ownership of specialized long-term engineering projects (e.g., designing a standalone test structure for large machinery)
Demonstrate confidence in selecting a direction, asking questions, and determining next steps based on the scenario
Participate in onsite installations, prototype verification, machine adjustments, and follow-ups with plant personnel when needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline
3+ years of experience in product development, design engineering, or project engineering
Proficiency in 3D modeling or design software (Inventor or AutoCAD preferred)
Ability to work hands-on with the shop floor and understand manufacturing processes
Experience in new product development and product design
Process improvement experience and mindset
Knowledge of FEA, fatigue analysis, and structural analysis
Preferred
Machine design experience
Lean manufacturing or fabrication process exposure
Hands-on experience in fabrication, maintenance, or similar environments
Benefits
401K match
Health
Dental
Vision insurance
Company
Pinnacle Partners, Inc
Pinnacle Partners is a staffing and recruiting company that offers IT consulting and HR solutions.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Herbie Benshoof
Co-Founder
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