CFMOTO is seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Engineer to join our accessories product team. The Project Engineer will play a pivotal role in driving the development and execution of our PG&A accessory line-up, focusing on delivering product timelines, developing engineering requirements, CAD concepts and test requirements. This individual will collaborate closely with Product Managers, Industrial Design, Project Management, and cross-functional teams to define and deliver product programs on-time, to budget, while meeting quality objectives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Project Engineering

• Leads the develoment of new product technical documentation, testing and validation requirements along with part requirements
• Takes Product Requirement Documents and creates and develops engineering requirements
• Leads the product development process in collaboration with CFMOTO Global design and project engineers
• Assists in the design and integration of accessories to vehicle units
• Communicates both internally and externally to management, project team members and cross functional peers / leadership; provides feedback to internal and external suppliers as needed
• Resolves problems in assigned projects using innovative solutions and interfaces with others in the company, reports and escalates to executive management as needed; Provides design and directional feedback throughout projects
• Makes effective engineering / business decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project
• Performs quality control on the project throughout development to maintain the standards expected
• Maintains and improves other project development tools as necessary to drive the development process
• Prepares and presents reports periodically on the status of assigned projects
• Manages multiple project initiatives simultaneously

CAD

• Creates and manages CAD models and assemblies within NX software
• Works with the rapid prototyping process and scan data for use in CAD layout
• Coordinates and consults other employees in department to design, lay out, or detail components and systems and to resolve design or other problems
• Modifies and revises designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems
• Revises and updates existing models reflecting design changes, in collaboration with other CFMOTO locations to ensure consistent documentation of the products / projects

Testing

• Takes Engineering Requirement Documents and creates and develops testing requirements
• Tests samples and researching a product's effectiveness and impact; fits and tests accessories as required
• Engage technical experts and functional team members for driving resolution and in developing corrective actions to improve product Quality

Project Management

• Defines/refines product scheduling, resource allocation, risk management and managing project budgets.
• Coordinates people and resources to ensure commitments are achieved within agreed-on time, cost, and quality parameters
• Manages the health and performance of new product development projects to ensure on-time launch.
• Adjusts schedules and targets on the project as needed
• Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation

Qualifications

Education & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related field.
• 3-7 years’ previous experience in similar role within the Powersports, Automotive or retail-based industry.
• Proven track record of managing and developing parts and products.
• CAD software competency.
• Project Management experience.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and knowledge of product design, development and testing process
• Experience driving level 1 and level 2 document creation
• Must be able to collaborate with multiple teams
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint and proficient with Word and Outlook
• Negotiation and dispute resolution skills
• Strong customer focus and service orientation with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues, dealers/customers and suppliers at all levels in a cross-cultural setting

Job Competencies

• Problem solving; the ability to work effectively with a cross functional group to achieve a selected goal
• Directs work; ability to provide direction, delegate, and provide guidance on work assignments
• Plans and aligns; ability to proritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
• Problem solving
  • Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
  • Proven problem solving, decision making and planning skills
• A positive attitude, motivated, self-starter with strong teamwork skills
• Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Flexibility
  • Demonstrates speed and flexibility as appropriate in responding to and adapting to change
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt to a challenging and developing environment; willingness to take on new responsibilities as our business evolves

Additional information

• All applicants must be eligible to work in the US
• Flexible work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8 am – 8 pm; ability to work required hours; connect with international team members
• Working conditions are normal for an office and product development shop environment
• Requires use of office equipment such as computers, telephones, copy machines
• Required sitting and computer-related activities for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Equipment operation requires specialized training and testing within CFMOTO standards
• Travel up to 25%; international travel required.
• Ability to ride and evaluate powersports products