Project Engineer

Project Engineer – Custom Automation
The Project Engineer at Koops plans, coordinates, and executes engineering activities in collaboration with cross-functional project teams to successfully meet customer and project requirements. This role is also responsible for coordinating the resolution of engineering design and test challenges throughout the life of a project. This position does not have direct reports but plays a critical leadership role within the project team.
What You’ll Do

• Plan and execute engineering activities to support custom automation projects
• Tune, debug, and launch custom factory automation systems
• Coordinate resolution of engineering design, integration, and testing issues
• Work closely with mechanical, controls, build, and service teams to deliver solutions
• Support customer interaction and on-site project launches (travel ~10–15% across primarily North America)
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking an experienced engineer who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced automation environment. The ideal candidate has strong technical instincts, a customer-focused mindset, and a passion for solving complex problems through collaboration.
Qualifications

• Passion for staying on the cutting edge of technology through tuning and debugging custom automation
• Strong instincts for tuning complex and intricate mechanisms
• Experience with mechanical systems, sensors, robots, motion control, pneumatics, hydraulics, and/or vision systems
• Strong communication skills to understand customer needs and coordinate solutions internally
• Professional presence with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction
• High standard of integrity
• Proven creative problem-solving skills to deliver reliable, robust solutions
• 10+ years of manufacturing and project launch experience

Education & Experience

• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent applicable work experience
• Prior experience with automated systems

Why Koops?
If you enjoy working as part of an engaged, collaborative team — we’d love to hear from you. In exchange for your time, expertise, and dedication, Koops offers:

• A team that promotes personal and professional growth
• Employee ownership (ESOP) - you’re not just an employee, you’re an owner
• Competitive wages and comprehensive health benefits
• Extensive retirement package
• Updated technology and modern tools
• An encouraging, people-first work culture
• And much more!

At Koops, we aren’t just recruiting employees — we’re looking for fellow owners.