Project Engineer

Q-Lab Corporation is currently seeking a Project Engineer. Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering this position will design, build and test prototypes while owning assigned projects for new product development, design improvement, and cost reduction.

This position will be fully onsite in Westlake, OH.

Responsibilities:

• Own multiple engineering projects including new product developments, design improvements, and cost reductions
• Plan and manage project requirements, technical risks, deliverables, and timelines
• Design, build, and test prototypes to validate performance versus requirements
• Document work effectively (engineering reports, test instructions, engineering change notices)

Experience Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or equivalent
• 5 to 10 years proven record in a product development and/or manufacturing environment
• Advanced proficiency in 3D design skills and design translation
• Deep domain expertise in one or more core areas: mechanical design, rapid prototyping, sheet metal, injection molding, weldments, fiberglass, fabrication processes, heaters, motors, pumps, filtration, air handling, etc.
• Demonstrated design skills to meet requirements for safety, performance, reliability and manufacturability
• Strong project management experience across large and small scope projects
• Proven organizational and time management skills; ability to effectively manage multiple priorities

Desired Skills:

• Domain expertise in several of the core areas above
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency in working with suppliers and outside contract resources to deliver project objectives
• Microsoft Inventor, Vault
• Finite element modeling and analysis (mechanical, thermal, flow)LEAN manufacturing methodology
• Data analysis, statistics, six sigma methodology
• Structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA), troubleshooting and problem solving

Who We Are:​

Q-Lab Corporation is a global leader in providing material durability testing products. Since 1956, we have designed and manufactured laboratory test products such as weathering testers, light stability testers and corrosion testers. We also perform contract test services for weathering and corrosion testing, including both laboratory and natural exposure tests. We maintain a global presence with testing facilities located in the US and sales and distribution facilities located in England, Germany and China. Our world-class corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in Westlake, Ohio.

We Offer:

• Beautiful corporate headquarters conveniently located off I-90 in Westlake, Ohio.
• A Northeast Ohio Top Workplace environment – 10 years running!
• A proven track record of success.
• Excellent compensation package including year-end bonus and company-funded retirement plan.
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Disability and Life.
• Generous Paid Time Off, and Holidays.
• Fun, friendly working atmosphere!

Q-Lab Corporation is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) Employer