ITW Automotive · 4 hours ago
Senior Project Engineer
Troy, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelITW Automotive is a global Fortune 200 diversified manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise and innovative products. The Senior Project Engineer will be responsible for leading new product development and application engineering projects, acting as a technical interface for customers, and managing multiple projects to enhance customer satisfaction and drive long-term growth.
AutomotiveMachinery ManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead new product development and application engineering projects from opportunity identification through launch, using a customer-back approach
Serve as a primary technical interface for customers, sales, and internal teams; act as a trusted engineering advisor to OEMs and Tier suppliers
Translate customer needs, pain points, and market trends into feasible, profitable engineering solutions, leveraging existing products or developing new designs
Own technical project execution, including concept development, CAD design, analysis (FEA/DOE as applicable), prototyping, validation, and launch support
Lead assigned projects through APQP phases (P0–P2), ensuring technical rigor, documentation accuracy, and on-time delivery
Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, program management, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and global engineering teams to ensure successful commercialization
Develop and support business cases, including risk assessments, value propositions, and component costing
Support product proliferation, engineering changes, and post-launch improvements to drive customer satisfaction and long-term growth
Benchmark competitive products and apply innovative, differentiated solutions aligned with ITW innovation processes and toolbox principles
Coordinate with internal and external suppliers (prototyping, stamping, heat treat, coatings, etc.) throughout development
Prepare and deliver technical presentations, design reviews, and training for customers and internal stakeholders
Represent engineering at customer meetings, technical sales visits, and industry events as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience or area of study
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with ability and willingness to communicate, and work with other regions
Strong experience with Microsoft Office software products
Proficient CAD software experience: SolidWorks preferred
Approximately 10% travel; primarily domestic and occasionally world-wide
Preferred
Stamping/metal forming and/or automotive experience preferred
Working knowledge of ISO 9001; IATF 16949 preferred
Company
ITW Automotive
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 300 global multi-industry manufacturing leader with revenue of $15.9 billion in 2024.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
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