Mechanical Project Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Project Engineer

Pay Rate: $55.00 - $60.00/HR

Location: Valencia, CA

Work Arrangement: Onsite

A Mechanical Project Engineer opportunity is open with our client in Valencia, CA. This is an onsite contract position supporting engineering projects from initiation through completion. In this role, you will lead and execute engineering projects across cross-functional teams while managing scope, schedules, technical requirements, risks, and customer expectations. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering foundation, proven project execution experience, and the ability to effectively coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and customers. Mechanical Engineering backgrounds are preferred, though Industrial Engineering candidates with relevant project experience will also be considered.

Job Duties

• Lead engineering projects from planning through execution while maintaining ownership of scope, schedules, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and milestone tracking using project management tools.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain organizations.
• Manage project scope, technical requirements, and customer expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project risks and develop mitigation plans to address technical and execution challenges.
• Facilitate communication of project status, action items, risks, and deliverables to stakeholders and customers.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) activities.
• Coordinate technical reviews, design integration efforts, testing activities, and verification processes.
• Manage technical data packages, project documentation, and engineering change activities.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure project requirements, schedules, and quality expectations are achieved.
• Resolve engineering and manufacturing execution issues while driving projects toward successful completion.
• Support proposal development, cost estimation activities, and project planning efforts.
• Monitor budget, quality, schedule, and delivery performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with organizational processes, engineering standards, and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to project execution and cross-functional collaboration.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience/Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.
• 3+ years of engineering and/or manufacturing experience with at least 2+ years of project engineering or project management experience preferred.
• Experience leading engineering projects with responsibility for scope, schedules, deliverables, and stakeholder communication.
• Strong cross-functional coordination experience involving engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project and project scheduling methodologies.
• Experience working with requirements management systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems; Oracle experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information effectively.
• Experience supporting NPI/NRE programs, design integration, testing, and verification activities preferred.
• Familiarity with composites, DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly), and aerospace or defense-related engineering environments preferred.
• Understanding of project financials, budget management, and project performance metrics preferred.
• Familiarity with ASTM, ISO, and SAE standards is a plus.
• Master's degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree strongly preferred.
• Experience with composite materials and manufacturing processes.
• Background supporting aerospace, defense, or highly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to lead projects with minimal supervision.
• Experience coordinating technical reviews, supplier activities, and customer interactions.
• Knowledge of integration, testing, verification, and validation processes.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package.

Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), education assistance, paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.