Project Engineer

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Project Engineer. At L&P Aerospace, we specialize in creating complex tube and duct assemblies using high-performance materials capable of withstanding extreme pressure, temperature, and chemical interactions. How high are our quality standards, you ask? So much so, that we have products on-board the Space Launch System with NASA, as well as the F-15 and F-35 fighter jets! If you join our team, your work will ensure families across the world fly a little safer, wherever their travels may take them.

As a Project Engineer, you will provide extended expertise in developing, designing and testing a wide range of mechanical products per requirements and specifications. Performs mechanical development and integration assignments. Able to manage and lead tasks with minimal support, whilst, collaborating with multiple business functions to achieve Project Engineering tasks.

Core Responsibilities

• Provides expertise in the design, development, and testing of mechanical components.
• Supports engineering function in coordinating multi-functional engineering related tasks.
• Uses existing procedures to solve a range of problems; analyses information and standard practices to make judgments.
• Solves a variety of mechanical engineering issues and improves existing designs.
• Performs value analysis during the product design phase while optimizing product development costs.
• Works with other participants to complete project scope, goals, and deliverables, while adhering to the budget and timing constraints.
• Plans, coordinates, implements, and finalizes projects according to specifications and deadlines, while keeping the project within budget.

Role Specifications

Skills:

• Excellent ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft software including Project.
• Advanced knowledge and ability to apply core concepts of engineering (mechanics, kinematics, materials science, and structural analysis).
• Ability to explain a range of complex technical information.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion to include interfacing with customers and suppliers and presenting at design reviews.
• Ability to adapt and respond to changes in environment and priorities.
• Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines; using excellent interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion.
• Self-motivated with problem solving and decision-making skills.

Education

Degree in an engineering/science discipline or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectation.

Additional Detail

37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, office based.

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available. If you require assistance completing an application, please contact our team at careers@leggett.com

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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