Project Engineer

Witzenmann is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the development and launch of new product applications for targeted OEMs and Tiers. This role is a combination of an application engineering and project management and supports the full product lifecycle across ICE, hybrid, and new energy platforms.

Our products include metal tube assemblies, hoses and flexible elements for engine fluid and exhaust gas transfer, as well as vibration and thermal management. Our Mobility customers include leading automotive, commercial vehicles (class 6-8) and engine manufacturers.

Key Responsibilities and Function:

• Lead Project from concept through production, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and internal design Standards.
• Leads design development, engineering changes, APQP, project timelines, budgets, and deliverables for assigned projects.
• Interpret customer specifications and develop then into detailed engineering drawings, design packages and manufacturable solutions.
• Cross functional collaborate across engineering, product management, manufacturing, quality, purchasing and sales team to ensure efficient project execution.
• Apply material science and mechanical engineering expertise to the design, fabrication and optimize assemblies.
• Conduct feasibility studies, prototype builds and validation testing.
• Support cost estimates, quotations, and technical proposals.
• Review and document technical data, reports, and test results.
• Maintain active communication with customer engineering teams to ensure project alignment and timely delivery.
• Represent Witzenmann at industry events and trade shows.
• Other tasks as assigned.

This role requires excellent written and verbal communication, strategic thinking, and cross-functional leadership in a dynamic automotive environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, preferably in the metal forming, metal tube and bending industry or comparable. Prior experience with thermal management, media transfer or vibration management desired.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process tooling and part fabrication for complex automotive & commercial vehicles sheet metal products, ideally in exhaust or power train domain.
• 2 years of experience using 3D CAD software Siemens NX Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Operate effectively in ambiguous, time-sensitive environments with complex engineering challenges.
• Strong inter-personal skills, and ability to work independently with minimal direction with global teams.
• Comfortable with occasional physical activity (ability to lift to 20 lbs)
• Full time, on-site role based in Troy Michigan.

Desired Characteristics and Skills:

• Master’s degree in engineering or PMI certification.
• Prior experience with metal pipes for engine application, exhaust system components or battery thermal management.
• Relevant networks with the engine, propulsion, or chassis groups at “big-3” or Japanese OEM’s and their tier’s in the industry.
• Spanish, German, or Japanese language skills desired.