Sr Project Engineer

ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand.

ECHO is hiring in our Engineering Department! The Senior Project Engineer will play a key role in the design of handheld outdoor power equipment using 3D CAD (SolidWorks) in a team environment. The ideal candidate will have product design experience using various manufacturing methods and the ability to actively participate in the new product development process. ECHO offers a great opportunity to work with different manufacturing technologies, materials, and diverse resources.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $130,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Some of our benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 5% 401K match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Annual performance bonus
  
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop complex high-quality tooling ready Solidworks models, edit imported 3D models, and create 2D drawings for various manufacturing technologies including injection molding, die casting, sheet metal, electrical, and machining.
• Ability to create and modify Solidworks surfaces and use this information to then develop solid bodies for further development.
• Practical design knowledge of injection molding resins, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and other typical materials found in consumer products (specifically outdoor power equipment/power tools).
• Establish project ownership. This includes leading team meetings with an engaged approach and publishing communication.
• Prepare accurate tolerance stack-up analysis of assemblies, documenting the assumptions.
• Foster a team environment both in Engineering and other cross functional areas (manufacturing, product management, procurement, etc.)
• Suggest ways to reduce non-value-added activities, procedures that need change, and improvement areas that reduce errors.
• Interact with the testing team to develop appropriate tests for product durability and performance.
• Coach and mentor less experienced engineers and designers in best practices for product design and development.
  
  
  

Job Experience/Skills:

• Demonstrate strong technical, planning, and organizational skills.
• Professional experience using Solidworks 3D CAD required, 10 years’ experience preferred.
• Ability to create and check 2D drawings that define the product geometry and requirements with attention to detail to prevent published errors.
• Knowledge of tolerances for various manufacturing methods.
• Ability to convey to vendors (written and verbally) the important features of a design and the quality expectations needed.
• Use of measurement tools (Calipers, micrometer, gage pins, comparator, etc.) to validate design features.
• Light fabrication skills using a variety of tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
  

Education: A 4-year college degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study is required and 8 years of relevant professional experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants.

E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.