Project Engineer III

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our growing team.

Off-Shift Differential of $12,000 Annually Applies for Swing and Weekend Shift.

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

This position is located on-site in Bellingham, WA.

Project Engineers are responsible for all activities that are carried out to successfully complete an assigned project. Activities may include interaction with customer and development of SOW, through design work, to manufacturing support.

The following essential job functions are performed as a Project Engineer:

• Works directly with the customer and internal technical teams to ensure progress on all stages of project lifecycle
• Communicates, consults with, and participates in design and manufacturing support
• Helps to develop and release planning and purchases supplies
• Develops and executes high level and detailed project plans, including managing schedules and budgets
• Works directly with the customer technical team to determine detailed requirements and deliverables, communicates or presents to customer on project status or health
• Directs and participates in engineering activities, including design and drafting, engineering reviews, and work order preparation
• Responsible for assuring materials are organized and ready for manufacturing, including carrying out purchasing activities
• Interacts frequently with shop floor to ensure project health; may have daily presence on shop floor
• Completes and understands all quality requirements for projects
• Manages project scope and performs risk assessments
• Monitors and reports project financial performance

The Project Engineer has multiple levels of competency to be determined by performance, certifications, and supervisor discretion.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).  Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE 

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical field is required.
• All positions required at least a high school diploma/GED.
• 2+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Experience with CATIA and NX or equivalent CAD software is required
• Experience working with composites, in a lean manufacturing environment or working with complex aircraft assemblies is ideal

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• Salary range for this role is between $83,000 - $145,000, plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off shifts. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities
• By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts 

Not sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status.  Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.