Engineering Jobs in Harrison Township Michigan

Currently, StaffBright is on the lookout for dynamic individuals in the Metro Detroit, MI area who are ready to make an impact in a high‑volume manufacturing environment. If you’re passionate about leading teams, driving production performance, and ensuring safe, efficient operations, we want to hear from you! This is an exciting Production Supervisor opportunity in a fast‑paced, hands‑on setting.

This is a full‑time, direct‑hire job opportunity!

What You Will Be Doing

• Leading and supervising production team members to meet daily output, quality, and safety goals
• Ensuring compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and manufacturing standards
• Monitoring production processes and adjusting workflow to maintain efficiency
• Training, coaching, and developing team members to support performance and growth
• Coordinating staffing, scheduling, and work assignments to meet production demands
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and problem‑solving activities
• Communicating production updates, issues, and priorities to leadership and cross‑functional teams
• Maintaining accurate documentation, reports, and production records

What We Need From You

To be considered for this role, candidates must have the following experience and skills:

• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, or supervisory role
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate teams
• Knowledge of safety practices, quality standards, and manufacturing processes
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues and support continuous improvement
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Basic computer proficiency for reporting and documentation

All‑Star Skillset

The ideal candidate will also bring:

• Experience in automotive manufacturing
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices
• Ability to analyze production data and identify improvement opportunities
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams

Shift & Pay

• Shift: 2nd or 3rd shift (based on business need)
• Pay: Competitive hourly rate + shift premium

The Perks

• Opportunity to join a global Tier‑1 automotive manufacturer
• Strong company stability and long‑term growth opportunities
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday schedule
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment

StaffBright – Who We Are

StaffBright connects exceptional professionals with fulfilling opportunities in Finance, IT, Engineering, and Sales & Marketing. By partnering with industry‑leading organizations, we help accelerate careers while delivering outstanding results for our clients. At StaffBright, we go beyond traditional staffing by fostering close collaboration with our clients, recruiters, and candidates to ensure talent needs are met efficiently. Our commitment to building long‑term relationships and driving success sets us apart as a trusted partner in the staffing industry.

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• Clock in & out of appropriate job operations
  
• Read, interpret, and apply information from engineering drawings
  
• Adhere to job plans per job travelers
  
• Set-up multiple types of jobs
  
• Operate CNC Gear Grind Equipment (Using CBN form wheels & dressable grit wheels)
  
• Basic Maintenance of CNC gear grind machines (KAPP, Hofler, Klingelnberg)
  
• First part quality inspections
  
• Use precision measurement equipment (Use of micrometers, MBW & MOW checks)
  
• Consistently produce quality parts. (Understanding of gear terminology. LEAD, SPACING, PROFILE Etc.)
  
• Adhere to directions and instructions of direct supervisor
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

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• High school diploma or equivalent required.
  
• Post-secondary CNC related certificate or degree preferred.
  
• Minimum of 2 years of Gear Grind operations
  
• Ability to read, understand and correctly interpret blueprints, planning and manufacturing specifications.
  
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  

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• Ability to use hand tools.
  
• Physical ability to operate and repair machines.
  
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, or stretching
  
• Work may require bending, carrying, lifting to fifty (25) pounds, pulling, pushing, and standing.
  
• Assistance is required for lifting over 25 pounds.
  

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• 15 Days Paid Time Off (annual allotment), Prorated PTO based on date of hire
  
• Company Paid Holidays
  
• Volunteer PTO Program
  
• 2nd Shift hourly positions receive 15% shift Premium
  
• Health Insurance starting on your first day
  
• Company Paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment (AD&D)
  
• Paid Parental Leave
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• 401(k) Match (75% match up to 6%)
  
• Company Employee Relations Team Events (i.e., Holiday Party, Family trunk or treating, Car Show and much more!)
  
• Recognition and Service Award Programs
  
• Educational Assistance Program
  
• Employee Referral Program
  
• Onsite Fitness Center - Free!
  
• Climate controlled environment
  

• Integrity - Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
• Teamwork - Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
• Continuous Improvement - Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
• Innovation - Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
• Act with Velocity - Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems.
  

About Us

Colasanti Companies is a leading Construction Manager and General Contractor, as well as a nationally recognized self-performing concrete contractor. We take pride in tackling some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the country, including luxury high-rise hotels, mixed-use developments, stadiums, universities, and municipal projects.

Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and craftsmanship. We value people who take ownership, lead with integrity, and share our commitment to safety and quality. At Colasanti, you will join a family-owned company with four generations of experience, where your expertise will be recognized and your growth supported.

About the Job:

The Estimator will provide and direct full estimating services in the company’s General Contracting/ Construction Management division and its Self-Perform Concrete group when needed. Estimating services will be for smaller sized projects as defined by Executive Management as well as be part of the estimating team on larger projects. The estimator will be required to perform and direct all duties on lump sum and conceptual formats.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Will lead all aspects of each project assigned including but not limited to:
2. Will utilize and maintain project estimating templates.
3. Will set up each estimate and perform “accurate” in-house estimates for all or applicable trades of work, temporary facilities, winter/summer conditions, etc.
4. Will engage, direct, and interact with subcontractors and suppliers in all trades.
5. Will review all project documents including but not limited to specifications, geotechnical reports, drawings, contract & general conditions to the contract, schedule, etc.
6. Understand bond and insurance requirements for each project and interact with the accounting department.
7. Interact with project supervision for schedule, constructability, site usage, and site logistics.
8. Interact with project management regarding schedule, constructability, staffing and site usage.
9. Conduct fee analysis, develop general conditions, and staffing plans.
10. Develop strategies to understand project challenges and secure project awards.
11. Interact with the Self-perform concrete group to coordinate to perform takeoffs, understand scope and secure supplier proposals.
12. Review and understand Contract and General Condition requirements of each project and interact with Colasanti General Counsel.
13. Constant interaction with subcontractors for scope, current & forecast pricing, product availability, and development of relationships.
14. Understand project safety requirements and interact with Corporate Safety.
15. Maintain, review, and incorporate historical data in consideration of estimates.
16. Develop subcontractor bid lists.
17. On lump sum bid projects develop a bid strategy to secure work.
18. Develop project schedules and analyze schedules created by others.
19. Develop detailed and complete scopes of work for subcontractor bidding, Purchase Orders, and Subcontract execution.
20. Develop relationships with project Owners, Design professionals and or General Contractors/CM’s (if applicable) to ensure repeat business.
21. Draft purchase orders and subcontracts and ready all trades for awards.
22. Perform productivity analysis, unit pricing and man-hour analysis in consideration of each estimate across all trades.
23. Prepare proposals and clarifications for contracts with the Owner.
24. Attend pre-bid meetings, walk the site, and conduct pre-bid meetings as necessary.
25. Provide technical support to in-house and subcontractor personnel assisting and preparing discipline estimates for assigned projects.
26. Ensure all working documents and data are maintained to back-up estimate costs.
27. Evaluate all bids received from suppliers and subcontractors for completeness and identify missing scope.
28. Lead and conduct post bid review meetings with all trades of work in partnership with the Colasanti project team members.
29. Perform construction system cost analysis and value engineering.
30. Initiate Committed Cost Reports for each project and maintain through the life of all project awards.
31. Assist project team members during construction on scope and pricing efforts when requested.
32. Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
33. Lead and perform project handoff meeting to operations.

Qualifications / Skills:

1. Has experience with Estimating or Project Management and has comprehension of how to read drawings/specifications, conduct takeoffs, quantity summarization, and knowledge of CSI divisions.
2. Possess the working competency with the following software: Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Project), Bluebeam, Procore, Egnyte, Building Connected, ProEst and Onscreen Takeoff.
3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Highly organized. Excellent communication skills including an excellent command of English (speaking, reading, writing).
4. Knowledge of communicative behavior and lead discussions, negotiations, provide feedback, manage conflicts, and provide a positive, motivating environment for the project team.
5. Self-motivated, willing to learn. Strong leadership and team-player can facilitate effective outcomes through others.
6. General understanding of US (United States) regulations, local and national codes, legislation, and industry trends.
7. Position requires the ability to work in an organized manner in a fast-paced environment and manage time to meet deadlines.
8. Working conditions vary from that of a dry, well lite, and tempered office only environment to working onsite in a construction portable office that may include loud noise and extreme temperatures.
9. Can commute to work in the Macomb office, Detroit office or on a project jobsite(s). In rare occasions, based on availability of personnel and project requirements, executive management may determine a hybrid management approach may be in the best interest of the company.
10. Bachelor's Degree

Why Colasanti

At Colasanti, we offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a culture that values teamwork, innovation, and results. Our projects challenge and inspire, giving you the chance to build structures that shape skylines and strengthen communities.

Colasanti Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and respect for all. We believe great teams are built through shared purpose and collaboration. Join us in building something extraordinary together.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person, Macomb MI(No remote option)

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Job Overview

Plans and oversees engineering activities and projects within the department. Develops and directs teams to design, optimize, and implement new manufacturing processes and equipment into production. Drives continuous improvement efforts in process design, cost savings, quality improvements, and resource utilization.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties:

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• Responsible for engineering projects, incorporating newest manufacturing technologies & methods, resolving engineering problems, and improving existing manufacturing processes/equipment.
  
• Responsible for upstream equipment qualification deliverables (URS, FAT, SAT, etc.).
  
• Prioritize and communicate project priorities based on current business needs.
  
• Responsible for achieving product quality, productivity, and standard cost goals.
  
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory standards for product and personnel safety.
  
• Guide, direct, and coordinate facility moves, process transfers, and new equipment installations ensuring improved product quality, manufacturing efficiencies, production yields, and reduce product costs.
  
• Support nonconformance investigation.
  
• Responsible for identification and communication with external machine builders and systems integrators.
  
• Support manufacturing objectives as specified by the management team by promoting investigation, inventiveness, creativity and solutions to various process, implementation, and material flow/control problems.
  
• Communicate new ideas, technology advances, and opportunities to management team for review, evaluation and action.
  
• Responsible for developing and maintaining department expense and capital budget(s).
  
• Create and maintain a safe environment. Ensure legal requirements and safety policies are enforced.
  
• Assist in special projects as needed.
  
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related duties as requested.
  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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• Ability to work with flexible and changing production schedules.
  
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with others, and work well within cross-functional teams and across multiple sites, as applicable.
  
• Self-motivated and have the ability to manage projects and problem solve on a regular basis.
  
• Highly organized with strong project management and technical abilities.
  
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategies that will help build a positive manufacturing environment.
  
• Ability to communicate with machine builders and system integrators.
  
• Strong negotiation skills required.
  
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office applications (Word/Excel) are required.
  

Minimum Requirements:

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• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field or equivalent.
  
• Minimum 10 years of experience within a manufacturing or process development environment, preferably within the Medical Device Industry.
  

Quality Requirements:

Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.

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• Ensure compliance to all FDA and Worldwide Quality & Compliance regulations (As applicable to the job function).
  
• Must have the education and experience to understand and comply with U.S. and Worldwide medical device regulations (As applicable to your job function).
  
• Attend all required Quality & Compliance training at the specified interval.
  
• Adopt the "Beyond Compliance Quality Culture" in the work environment; always meet and exceed requirements.
  

Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions:

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• Ensures environmental consciousness and safe practices are exhibited in decisions.
  
• Duties are performed in an office/manufacturing/warehouse environment. May require the use of personal protective equipment as dictated by the work area.
  

The physical demands described here are a representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The salary range for this position is between $94,000-$118,000/annually depending on experience and location, with a 5% STIP bonus

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About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

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• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
  
• 401k plan with company match
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
  
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Job Overview

The R&D Test Engineer is responsible for being the lead in development of test methodology and test plan development supporting the verification and validation testing for medical devices, including improvements. This position will also support the authoring and execution of test protocols. This position is an individual contributor role.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties:

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• Translate Design Requirements into Design Verification and Validation (V&V) Testing
  
• Own Test Method Validation (TMV) for novel testing approaches
  
• Design test setup and methodology for product testing
  
• Own novel complex protocol development
  
• Lead test failure investigations and document deviations
  
• Chair cross-functional reviews for protocols, test reports, and deviations
  
• Research different test methods and standards
  
• Advise and support improvements to verification and validation SOPs and tools
  
• Write work instructions, protocols, reports
  
• Perform other product development and laboratory tasks on an as-needed basis
  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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• Meet the qualifications of the job through education, training, or prior experience
  
• Experience with current industry practices for performing and documenting verification
  
• Ability to communicate within the discipline and with others who are perhaps not as technically trained
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with others and share deliverable responsibilities among the team
  
• Work in an organized, methodical manner
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
  
• Adequate computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
  
• Able to take precise measurements
  
• Able to solve problems
  
• Able to troubleshoot
  
• Able to analyze & interpret data
  

Minimum Requirements:

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• Bachelor's degree in R&D or Engineering preferred
  
• 3-5 years' experience in R&D or related field
  

Quality Requirements:

Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance with all quality requirements.

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• Ensure compliance with all FDA and Worldwide Quality & Compliance regulations (As applicable to the job function).
  
• Must have the education and experience to understand and comply with U.S. and Worldwide medical device regulations (As applicable to your job function).
  
• Attend all required Quality & Compliance training at the specified interval.
  
• Adopt the "Beyond Compliance Quality Culture" in the work environment; always meet and exceed requirements.
  

Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions:

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• Use of computer and telephone equipment and other related office accessories/devices to complete assignments
  
• Able to lift to 15 lbs.
  
• Ability and willingness to travel to outside test labs to execute/support any offsite lab testing activities
  
• Wear face masks and PPE wherever required.
  
• Integrate environmental considerations into all aspects of work and maintaining compliance to all environmental, health, and safety requirements
  
• Ensure review of all processes and activities for potential environmental improvements and implement necessary changes as applicable to the job function.
  
• Must have general understanding, at a minimum, of Getinge Environmental Policy.
  
• Consider environmental legislation and regulations as a minimum requirement
  
• May require sitting or standing for long periods of time depending on the project.
  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

$90,000-$105,000/annually + 4% STIP

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About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

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• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
  
• 401k plan with company match
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
  
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Machine Builder – 3 Openings (2 Integration, 1 Sub‑Assembly)

Location: Clinton Township, MI

Schedule: Full-time, Onsite

Type: Long-Term Contract

Requirements: Must pass drug screen and background check

About the Role

We are seeking skilled Mechanical Machine Builders—2 Integration Builders and 1 Sub‑Assembly Builder—to join our team supporting automotive equipment build and installation projects. This role requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while delivering high‑quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical integration and sub‑assembly work for automotive OEM projects (Chrysler, Ford, GM).
• Work independently on medium-complexity mechanical build projects.
• Follow equipment installation through all phases, from in-house build to customer-site installation.
• Assist the project team in resolving technical issues or build concerns.
• Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and BOMs.
• Update and submit weekly E‑BOM summaries to the Mechanical Supervisor.
• Verify all parts and assemblies conform to specifications and engineering documentation.
• Maintain project schedules, track open issues, and meet deadlines.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and quality system procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Utilize rigging and crane equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform basic welding as required.
• Provide and maintain own tools and PPE.

Qualifications

• Education: One-year certificate from a college or technical school; or
• 5 years of related mechanical assembly experience; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong understanding of automotive industry build practices.
• Proficient with standard mechanical tools, rigging, and overhead cranes.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality output.
• Reliable, consistent, and punctual attendance is essential.

Additional Details

• This role requires 100% onsite work.
• Long-term contract opportunity with full-time hours.
• Candidates must successfully pass drug screening and background checks.

IDR is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to join one of our top clients in Mount Clemens, MI. This role is pivotal in driving projects related to new product development, cost reduction, and industrialization. If you are looking for an opportunity to join a growing organization and work within an ever-growing team-oriented culture, please apply today!

Position Overview/Responsibilities for the Engineering Project Manager: Lead and manage projects of small to medium complexity, ensuring quality, timing, and cost targets are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and maintain communication with all internal departments to ensure project success. Engage with customers to ensure projects align with their requirements and expectations. Utilize standardized project management tools to achieve execution excellence and adhere to established processes. Act as an ambassador of project management, sharing skills and best practices to enhance internal processes.

Required Skills for Engineering Project Manager: Bachelor's degree in engineering (chemical, electrical, mechanical, industrial) is required. Minimum of 3 years of experience in leading initiatives within a manufacturing process environment. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to interact effectively with all organizational levels. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to create presentations. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

What's in it for you? Competitive compensation package Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more! Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization Close-knit and team-oriented culture

Why IDR? 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets Employee Stock Ownership Program Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row

SUMMARY

Dominion’s Project Management team is dedicated to quality, on time projects. As a member of the PM team you will work alongside Engineering, Manufacturing and Documentation teams to integrate custom automated equipment & solutions for different product lines. You’ll be responsible for planning and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion & within budget.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years experience

• Bachelors degree and/or PMP Certification

• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Strong leadership skills

• Good mechanical aptitude, reasoning and problem-solving skills

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Reports to Group Manager.

• Proactive self-starter with the ability to manage all facets of the project from inception to delivery.

• Lead interface with customers for planning, build, debug and installation of new and modified equipment.

• Interface with designated customers for line-up meetings.

• Receive and organize all customer-related information.

• Document and chair kick-off meeting at start of project.

• Provide customer specifications to engineering groups to ensure compliance.

• Provide and maintain project timing (Gantt charts, project timelines, etc.)

• Cost control for all assigned projects. Monitor costs and hours charged to projects by all activities (engineering, controls, machining, build, etc.)

• Chair design review meetings.

• On-site support for major field installations as required. Ensure installations / start-ups of equipment are on track and manage open issue resolution.

• Track and support in house build, tryout, and debug of equipment. Support build leaders as required to ensure projects are staying on track through the manufacturing process.

• Schedule and conduct regular status meeting with customers, document open issues and follow-up assignments.

• Ensure completion of all required FMEAs and other customer required documentation.

• Ensure completion of all required operating / service manuals

• Equipment buy-off and performance documentation.

• Manage customer change requests and design deviation requests; ensure payment for changes beyond base scope of work.

• Ensure all required parts are ordered and deadlines for receipt of material are achieved.

• Documentation for billing of job order.

• Follow-up to ensure all project requirements are completed per the PO and prompt payment is made by the customer. Follow-up on aged accounts receivables.

*Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen

This is a fulltime position with benefits available

Location: Roseville, Michigan

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.