Senior Project Engineer for Custom Automated Machinery

Company : Software Placement Group

Location : Milwaukee, WI, 53244

Posted Date : 2 October 2025

Job Type : Other

Category : Project Management

Occupation : Project Engineer

Job Details

Senior Project Engineer for Custom Automated Machinery
Join a pioneering and well-established manufacturing firm specializing in the design and production of customized automated machinery for various industries including automotive, energy, and consumer products. This role involves supervising projects from initial concept through to completion, ensuring technical specifications such as customer requirements, cycle times, and machinery components like pneumatics and hydraulics are adhered to. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology and see direct impacts of your contributions.
Salary: DOE per year
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead the design process for customized automated machinery, handling everything from small solo projects to large-scale team-led projects.
Allocate resources, break down large projects into manageable tasks, and clearly outline timeframe and expectations to the design team.
Incorporate various technologies such as robotics, vision systems, welding, and controls into machine designs, tailoring to specific client needs.
Consistently communicate project statuses with both customers and internal management, ensuring transparency and responsiveness.
Oversee the integrity of the project budget and engineering design release schedule, implementing corrective actions as needed.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or related field with strong mechanical design skills.
At least 5 years of experience in project design specifically for fully customized automated production equipment.
Proficiency in SolidWorks for mechanical design.
Solid grounding in welding, fixture design, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Demonstrable experience with direct client and supplier interactions.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in managing or leading project teams.
Previous work with robotics, vision systems, and computer controls.
Practical experience with data acquisition systems.

Skills:

Advanced project management and supervisory skills.
Excellent problem solving and analytical capabilities.
Strong ability to communicate technical details effectively.
Capability of maintaining budget and schedule integrity in project execution.

Benefits:

Comprehensive health coverage including health, vision, and dental insurances.
401K with 3% employer match and additional profit-sharing program.
Paid vacation and recognized holidays.
A supportive and collaborative work environment with a focus on growth and development.