Assistant Project Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Assistant Project Engineer to support technical projects, assist our sales managers, and help bridge communication between our new U.S. team and our engineering headquarters in Germany. In this role, you will create technical drawings, support system layout and calculations, and help prepare project documentation for industrial dust-extraction and material-handling systems.

If you have any questions about the position or the application process, feel free to contact us at president@hockerusa.com.

Why Join Us

At Hocker Polytechnik, you’re not just supporting engineering — you’re helping build our new U.S. technical operation from the ground up. You’ll gain direct access to an experienced German engineering team and learn design principles, modern dust-extraction technologies, and high-quality system engineering. We offer a supportive environment that values skill development, fresh ideas, and long-term career advancement as our company grows. Join us to be part of a team where your work matters.

How to Apply

Fill out the application form below or if you prefer, send your resume and a brief cover letter including salary expectations to: president@hockerusa.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Role Responsibilities:

Prepare technical drawings, system layouts, and basic engineering calculations for dust-extraction and filtration systems.
Provide technical support to U.S. Sales Managers, including component selection
Review customer requirements and translate them into technical concepts or system designs.
Communicate with the German engineering headquarters to align technical details, request engineering data, and coordinate project deliverables.
Support the creation of bills of materials (BOM), technical documentation, and submittal packages.
Assist with project planning, documentation tracking, and internal communication between sales, engineering, and service teams.
Support the service technician team with technical questions and documentation when needed.

Role Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, industrial engineering, or a related technical field. (Equivalent technical experience may be considered.)
Foundational understanding of mechanical systems, airflow, or industrial equipment.
Experience with technical drawings using CAD software.
Ability to interpret engineering documents, specifications, and technical data sheets.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable performing basic engineering calculations.
Excellent communication skills for coordinating with both U.S. colleagues and German engineering teams.
High attention to detail, organized working style, and the ability to manage multiple tasks or projects at once.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience.
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Paid Time Off (PTO).
401(k) with 6% company match.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Employment type: Full time

Job location:

125 Don Truell Ln
27360 Thomasville

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