Project Application Engineer - Michigan

Summary

Desoutter Industrial Tools is a global leader in electric assembly tools and industrial tool solutions serving manufacturing and assembly operations worldwide. The Project Application Engineer will design and deliver customized industrial solutions, manage projects from concept through delivery, collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams, and support testing, installation, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales to define and develop project solutions
• Translate customer requirements into detailed technical designs and proposals
• Oversee projects from initial quotation through to final delivery
• Coordinate efforts among teams, suppliers, and customers
• Manage testing, installation, and overall project execution
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks

Skills

• • Possess an engineering degree (Bachelor's or higher) coupled with at least 3 years' experience in manufacturing or project engineering environments
• • Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects end-to-end, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints
• • Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze technical challenges creatively and communicate effectively across diverse teams
• • Proficiency with CAD software, preferably PTC Creo, to support detailed design and documentation activities
• • Solid understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices to drive operational excellence
• • Basic financial acumen related to project costing and pricing strategies, ensuring profitable project outcomes
• • The role requires up to 40% travel, predominantly within the United States, with occasional international travel to collaborate with global teams and customers
• • Expect travel engagements to include multi-day and overnight stays, particularly during the initial year for onboarding and intensive training programs
• • Remote work arrangement preferred within the Detroit metropolitan area, enabling flexibility while maintaining connection to key business operations

Qualifications

Must Haves

• • Possess an engineering degree (Bachelor's or higher) coupled with at least 3 years' experience in manufacturing or project engineering environments
• • Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects end-to-end, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints
• • Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze technical challenges creatively and communicate effectively across diverse teams
• • Proficiency with CAD software, preferably PTC Creo, to support detailed design and documentation activities
• • Solid understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices to drive operational excellence
• • Basic financial acumen related to project costing and pricing strategies, ensuring profitable project outcomes
• • The role requires up to 40% travel, predominantly within the United States, with occasional international travel to collaborate with global teams and customers
• • Expect travel engagements to include multi-day and overnight stays, particularly during the initial year for onboarding and intensive training programs

Nice to Haves

• • Remote work arrangement preferred within the Detroit metropolitan area, enabling flexibility while maintaining connection to key business operations

Benefits

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being
• Remote work arrangement preferred within the Detroit metropolitan area, enabling flexibility while maintaining connection to key business operations.