Project Engineer

Job overview

The Project Engineer role is onsite in Pontiac, MI, and compensation is not specified. VDL Steelweld designs, produces, and installs automated production systems, including robotic systems for industrial applications and automotive manufacturers. The engineer oversees technically complex projects and supports project management with workflow, budget allocation, and scheduling. The role coordinates technical deliverables, suppliers, project teams, and customers to keep work aligned with specifications, quality, cost, and schedule requirements.

What you'll do

• Study and analyze project orders
• resolve technical problems
• support customer approvals
• coordinate and supervise project team and supplier work
• monitor critical deliverables and report progress
• help develop schedules and control plans
• translate customer demands into process and project requirements
• maintain technical documentation and records
• assess supplier quotations and deliverables
• evaluate tooling and purchased elements against specifications
• provide technical advice and customer personnel training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project engineer

pontiac mi

vdl steelweld

automated production systems

robotics

body-in-white projects

project coordination

technical deliverables

supplier management

scheduling

cost and quality

regular travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

A four-year degree is preferred, but relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. The posting seeks 3–5 years of operational experience and notes willingness to travel regularly.

About the employer

VDL USA Holding Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing. Sector: 33.