Project Engineer

Project Engineer - On-site, Whitmore Lake, MIBalance Technology Inc. (BTI) designs and builds custom measurement & testing balancing machines for manufacturers around the world. We are looking for a Project Engineer to help manage machine build programs from purchase order through installation at the customer’s site. You will work alongside experienced Program Managers, take ownership of programs as you grow, and serve as a key link between our customers and our engineering, machine shop, manufacturing, purchasing, and shipping teams.This role is a strong fit for an early-career engineer who wants to move forward in project management & operations, enjoys working with customers, and likes being hands-on with machines on our shop floor.What You Will DoManage assigned programs from kickoff through design, build, runoff, shipment, and installation. Starting with smaller programs and taking on larger ones over timeAct as a day-to-day customer contact: participate in kickoff and design review meetings, send status updates, and track customer questions and action items to closureBuild and maintain program schedules, track milestones, and flag risks and delays earlyTrack program billing milestones, and follow up with customers, and our accounting team to ensure invoices are issued on time and payments are receivedTrack program costs against budget and help identify and document scope changes and change ordersCoordinate with engineering teams, assembly, purchasing, quality, and shipping to keep builds on scope, schedule, and budgetHelp plan and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and support Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), tracking open items through closureCoordinate shipping logistics, crating, and export & compliance documentationSupport onsite installation, commissioning, and customer training of equipmentCompile and verify program documentation delivered to the customer (manuals, drawings, electrical schematics, spare parts lists, certifications)Capture lessons learned at program close and share them with engineering and sales to improve future buildsIdentify and propose continuous improvement ideas for our program processes, tools, and equipment Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, or Manufacturing preferred)1–3 years of experience in a design, project engineering, applications engineering, manufacturing engineering, or similar technical role. Ideally in automation, machine building, or capital equipmentSolid technical understanding of mechanical systems, with exposure to machine controlsAbility to read technical drawings and schematicsStrong organizational skillsClear written and verbal communication skills, including comfort communicating directly with customers and internal cross-functional teamsPreferred QualificationsCoursework, training, or certification in project management (such as CAPM)Exposure to Lean/Six Sigma principlesExposure to balancing, measurement, testing, or inspection equipmentFamiliarity with PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)Experience participating in FAT/SAT or equipment installation and commissioningFamiliarity with ERP systems (Business Central, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and scheduling tools (MS Project or similar)Co-op or internship experience in a custom automation or machine building environment