Mechanical Project Engineer

Genesis10
life insurance, vision insurance, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oct 03, 2025
Genesis10 is seeking a Project Engineer - Mechanical - for a 6+ contract position with a manufacturing client located in Oshkosh, WI. This role requires onsite presence and pays $50-55/hr W2. Summary: The Project Engineer - Mechanical will lead and manage an engineering team, driving continuous improvement across disciplines and making critical technical and business decisions. This role will focus on high-level engineering analysis, design, validation, and troubleshooting of complex heavy-duty vehicle components. In addition to technical expertise, the Project Engineer will foster innovation, accountability, and professional development within the team while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to established standards. Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of Engineers, Designers, and Technicians. Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the engineering team. Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, including performance feedback and training. Participate in budgeting processes, department cost forecasting, and preparation of budget requests. Demonstrate business acumen, including understanding of market share and P&L for assigned product lines. Build collaborative relationships with internal and external customers across functions and segments. Present and defend technical decisions to leadership and external stakeholders. Ensure projects of moderate complexity are completed on time, potentially overseeing multiple priorities, schedules, and budgets. Perform complex engineering calculations, investigations, and deliver plans, designs, and reports in alignment with industry and company standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams internally and suppliers externally. Research, create, and update engineering methodologies, standards, and best practices. Communicate project objectives effectively to team members and stakeholders. Ensure compliance with engineering criteria, drawing standards, and company policies. Evaluate designs for safety, performance, and reliability. Maintain project documentation for analysis, research, and historical records. Provide technical support for production, resolving complex issues as needed. Mentor engineers to ensure accurate engineering analysis and documentation. Prepare technical proposals, quotations, reports, and presentations. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field. Five (5)+ years of related engineering experience. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Strong knowledge of automotive or heavy-vehicle systems and components. Experience with advanced CAD tools. Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop technical teams. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. Able to work as a W2 employee of Genesis10 (no corp to corp). If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Genesis10 Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across multiple industries. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can explain the unique benefits offered for that client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of long-term client partnerships (5-20+ years). Career-home potential; many consultants have worked exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Support from an experienced and caring recruiting team (average of 7+ years of experience). Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (where applicable) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF) Remote opportunities available For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, a Best Company for Career Growth, and for Diversity and Leadership. To learn more and view all our available career opportunities, please visit our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.