Project Engineer Senior

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13815847 Traton R & D U.S., LLC seeks Project Engineer Senior in Lisle, IL. - Lead the design, development, and integration of Body-in-White structures for heavy trucks. - Manage complex projects from concept through launch, ensuring structural integrity, manufacturability, cost efficiency, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. - Conduct Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) to identify potential risks, implement robust design controls, and ensure product reliability and compliance with quality standards. - Lead engineering activities for BIW components and assemblies, including cab structures and closures. - Ensure compliance with structural performance, durability, crashworthiness, and regulatory requirements. - Optimize designs for weight, cost, and manufacturability using advanced materials and joining technologies. - Serve as the technical lead for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), ensuring accurate application of standards to complex heavy truck components and assemblies to achieve robust fit, form, and function. - Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables aligned with product roadmaps. - Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk assessments. - Coordinate cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, testing, or suppliers across global locations. - Oversee tooling, die design, and assembly process validation for BIW components. - Support joining processes including welding, adhesives, and mechanical fastening, and automation integration. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives in BIW processes and technologies. - Interface with suppliers, integrators, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely execution. - Provide regular status updates, highlighting progress, risks, and mitigation plans. Requires a Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field plus 6 years of experience. Required experience must include any amount of experience with all of the following: - BIW processes, welding/joining technologies, and dimensional control. - CAD software including CATIA and NX and simulation tools including FEA. - global safety and regulatory standards. - lean manufacturing and OEM production systems. - conducting Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA). - leading others in engineering and design activities. 10% domestic and international travel required. Telecommuting permitted. $122,616 - $183,600 per year. Medical/Vision, Dental & Retirement benefits available. Must also have authority to work permanently in the U.S. Applicants who are interested in this position may apply to www.jobpostingtoday.com Ref #55331 for consideration.