Senior Project Engineer

This is a structured hybrid position which requires working in our Owatonna, MN facility: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Tuesdays and Fridays are home office workdays.

Wenger Corporation is a privately held, leading manufacturer of high-quality music education, performing arts and athletic products. As an innovator, Wenger Corporation knows that great ideas can come from the fresh perspective of a new employee. So we embrace the unique skills and expertise you bring to the table. We skip the micro-management and bureaucracy found in many organizations, and we create an environment of trust and autonomy that gives you the freedom to make decisions, use your talents and make your mark. A company that lets you do what you do best and gives you the freedom to get even better. That's Wenger Corporation.

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will contribute to Wenger Corporation's strategy to provide an exceptional customer experience by providing oversight and collaboration with other departments and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination of the project lifecycle from planning through completion.

At a minimum, you'll need:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of Engineering
• 5+ years of product and/or project design
• 5+ years of design-for-manufacturing experience, creating BOMs and understanding of manufacturing methods and limitations
• Expert-level ability to interpret architectural and mechanical drawings/blueprints.

It'd be great if you also have:

• Familiarity with Project Management techniques and tools; Engineering data management system experience
• Familiarity with 2D layout in AutoCAD and exposure to BIM workflow in Revit/NavisWork
• Experience utilizing 3D design and modeling, SolidWorks preferred

What you will do on a typical day:

• Peer reviewing team projects for accuracy and consistency of drawing standards, material references and general design oversight.
• Attending business meetings related to a specific product line for reviewing quality reports, continuous improvement ideas, product documentation and project scope reviews.
• Collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Installation departments to define and execute the production of custom project components and systems.
• Conceptualizing and developing drawings with properly calculated dimensions, tolerance, and materials in accordance with company standards and practices. Perform 3D solids modeling as required.
• Working with Engineering and Production on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution to ensure timely execution of project schedule.
• Assisting in conducting stress, strength, weight distribution, center-of-gravity and other necessary calculations on products as required.
• Developing and maintaining clear project definitions and scope through the design, manufacturing, and implementation processes.
• On a project basis, maintaining up-to-date files, records and schedules of drafting and engineering documentation as required.
• Performing as the project "point person" assists Manufacturing, Sales and other Wenger departments in interpreting drawings and documents.

Benefit offerings include:

• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Home Office Stipend
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Spending Accounts - HSA, FSA, DCFSA
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Onsite Fitness Center
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Wenger Corporation's core purpose is to ENRICH LIVES BY ENABLING AND INSPIRING GREAT PERFORMANCES.

Put your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires great performances today!

Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All Qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply