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Project Engineer

Danfoss USA
United States, Michigan, Jackson
Feb 20, 2025

Project Engineer
Requisition ID:

42423
Job Location(s):


Blackman Township, MI, US



Job Description

Danfoss Power Solutions is looking for our next Project Engineer to support activities at our Jackson, Mi location. The Project Engineer will be part of the global product development team for industrial hydraulic cylinders. This team designs custom cylinders for Danfoss customers with special application needs. For the Engineer to Order [ETO] projects with higher complexity, the project engineer will spend a portion of the time leading these projects from concept to completion across all departments involved and providing the customer with periodic progress reports.

In summary, we need an engineer with project management skills or one with an interest to learn more about managing projects.

This position requires the use of information or access to technology which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR/EAR. ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.




  • Manage complex custom cylinder projects from concept to delivery.
  • Be an active member of cylinder design engineering as well as other engineering duties.
  • Keep track of project progress to be on schedule and ensure the project is executed according to the objective.
  • Communicate progress, risks, expectations, timelines, milestones and other key project metrics to customers and project team members.
  • Maintain the same standard of approach in project management.
  • Support the frontline Project Sales Team in overall requirements for project tendering with tight submission deadlines.
  • Responsible for accurate and on-time submission of all required project management documents.
  • Provide technical support to Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Customer Service and Sales.

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills.




  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar.
  • 2+ years of work experience in field of engineering.
  • Proficiency in NX or another 3D-CAD system
  • Ability to work effectively in a high quality, deadlinecommittedenvironment.
  • Global mindset and outstanding communication skills.
  • Good time management and project management skills to organize and plan effectively.

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:




  • Bonus system
  • Paid vacation
  • Personal insurance
  • Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
  • State of the art virtual work environment
  • Employee Referral Program



This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss - Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder's mindset "action speaks louder than words", we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.



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