What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at Asyst Technologies L P?
Recognized as a Southeast Wisconsin Top Workplace, ASYST Technologies LP is a state-of-the-art injection molding and automation facility located in Kenosha, known for delivering innovative, engineered solutions and motion transfer assemblies for the automotive industry. We design, develop, and manufacture world-class plastic components and automated systems for leading companies across the automotive, consumer, medical, healthcare, electronics, and industrial sectors. Our products and services are used by customers in more than 32 countries worldwide.
Our Values:
- Collaboration - We believe working together is the key to success
- Efficiency - We are competent, productive & confident in our actions
- Innovation - We focus on our customers’ evolving needs & continuous improvement
- Trust - We are honest, respectful & act with integrity
- Dedication - We are professional & keep commitments
- Growth - We promote a culture of growth & learning
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Project Engineer to lead cross-functional product development and launch activities from concept through production. This role combines engineering and project management responsibilities across product design, tooling development, process validation, customer coordination, and launch execution. The ideal candidate will have experience in plastic injection molding and precision metal stamping technologies.
This position is based on-site in Kenosha, WI. Relocation assistance is not available.
Essential Job Functions
- Lead new product development and launch activities from concept through production readiness
- Manage project timelines, deliverables, risks, and cross-functional coordination to ensure successful program execution
- Support APQP activities, PPAP submissions, engineering changes, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead design reviews, feasibility studies, manufacturability evaluations, and DOE activities to optimize product and process performance
- Coordinate prototype development using 3D printing, rapid tooling, machining, and related methods
- Support tooling design, tooling tryouts, process validation, and production launch activities for molding and stamping operations
- Drive value engineering, product improvements, and cost-reduction initiatives
- Prepare technical evaluations, feasibility assessments, and cost analyses for new and existing programs
- Collaborate with suppliers and vendors on tooling, materials, automation, testing, and equipment requirements
- Support development of automotive injection molded components, overmolded, insert-molded, lamination stack, and lead frame components for electrical applications
- Provide technical support to customers, sales, quality, and manufacturing teams
- Build strong working relationships with automotive OEMs, Tier suppliers, and key customers
- Participate in customer meetings and travel as required
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred
- Experience in product development, manufacturing engineering, or project engineering within automotive or precision manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of injection molding, metal stamping, tooling, and manufacturing process validation
- Experience with APQP, PPAP, DOE, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong project management, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Experience supporting electric motor or precision-engineered component applications is a plus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds
- Ability to perform hands-on evaluations of molds, tooling, fixtures, machinery, and manufactured components
- Ability to travel to customer, supplier, and manufacturing locations as required
- Ability to visually inspect parts, tooling, drawings, and product features, including identifying defects and dimensional variations
We offer a competitive salary plus a full range of benefits including medical, dental, disability, life, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), educational reimbursement, free onsite fitness center, and more!
ASYST Technologies LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.