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Project Manager - Full Time

Driveline Service of Portland – Portland, OR

Engineering Leaders in Driveshaft Systems and Solutions Since 1974.

Driveline Service of Portland is recognized as a leading provider of advanced driveshaft design, manufacturing, and repair services for a wide spectrum of applications. Our engineering expertise enables us to deliver precision solutions for complex systems across marine, steel and paper mills, metal recycling, wood products and other specialized sectors. Our focus on engineering innovation, stringent quality standards, and operational reliability has established us as a trusted solutions provider and strategic partner across our core industries.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Application-Based Driveshaft Design: Analyze customer-supplied application data to design engineered driveshaft solutions that meet performance, duty cycle, and dimensional requirements.
• Technical Drawing Development: Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and customer-facing approval drawings using industry-standard design software and tolerancing.
• Pricing Support: Develop accurate and comprehensive pricing worksheets based on design specifications, material requirements, and production costs to support the sales team in quoting efforts.
• Production Oversight: Coordinate and manage production schedules to ensure timely delivery of custom components, aligning manufacturing timelines with customer deadlines and internal capacity planning.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a liaison between engineering, sales, and manufacturing teams to ensure design intent, production feasibility, and customer expectations are met.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements in design workflow, documentation, and scheduling to increase efficiency and reduce lead times.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain thorough documentation of design changes, project milestones, and production progress to support traceability and project accountability.

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field preferred; equivalent combination of technical education and industry experience will be considered.
• Proficiency with current version of Autodesk Inventor Pro and AutoCAD Mechanical for 2D and 3D components and assembly design is required.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in cross-functional engineering teams and contribute effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Technical communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders, including customers, vendors, and colleagues.
• Mechanical aptitude with a strong understanding of mechanical systems, rotating components, and machining design principles and standards.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage concurrent design projects, priorities, and deadlines within a machine shop environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel (formulas, data organization), Outlook (email/calendar), Word (technical documentation), and Teams (customer meetings).

Driveline Service of Portland offers a highly competitive compensation package, including wages aligned with experience, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, team-oriented work environment. We foster a professional culture that values work-life balance, personal development, and career growth—while maintaining an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional engineered systems and customer service.

Driveline Service of Portland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Supports a Drug-Free Workplace Program.

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