NA Project Engineer

Essential job functions and responsibilities:

 Engineering Project Management

• Lead capital investment and manufacturing improvement projects from scope development through implementation and project closure.


• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and resource requirements.


• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders including suppliers, contractors, consultants, and manufacturing teams.


• Monitor project performance against timelines, budgets, and key deliverables.


• Manage equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, validation, and production startup activities.


• Prepare project documentation, reports, and presentations for leadership review.


• Support new product introductions and production transfers between facilities.


• Ensure compliance with applicable quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

 Manufacturing of Processes

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, throughput, quality, and reliability.

• Support manufacturing readiness for new equipment and production processes, including commissioning, validation, operator training, and production startup.

• Analyze production workflows and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve productivity.


• Evaluate manufacturing equipment, tooling, automation systems, and technologies.


• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance teams to improve equipment’s uptime and process stability.


• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.


• Support process validation, capability studies, and root cause investigations.


• Assist with facility expansions, plant layout changes, and capacity planning initiatives.


• Implement manufacturing best practices aligned with Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence principles.

 Continuous Improvement

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and cost reduction.


• Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 6S, and other problem-solving methodologies.


• Analyze production data and key performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities.


• Support value stream mapping and process optimization activities.


• Champion a culture of continuous improvement throughout manufacturing operations.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and environmental regulations.


• Participate in risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and management of change activities.


• Support internal and external audits as required.


• Collaborate with Quality teams to resolve product and process-related issues to deliver top level customer service.

 Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline.


• Minimum of 8-10 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, operations, industrialization, process engineering, or project engineering.


• Experience leading capital projects and manufacturing process improvements preferred.


• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Project management and organizational skills.


• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and industrial equipment.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.


• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and process documentation.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/MRP systems.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


• Strong collaboration and cross-functional leadership skills.


• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering software preferred.


• Familiarity with statistical analysis and process improvement tools preferred.

Physical Demand and Work Environment:

• This position requires an onsite presence to both floor and office environments. This role also requires extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, analyzing data, and participating in meetings (virtual and in-person).


• Moderate visits to operational areas may occur for alignment discussions or process understanding


• When operational visits occur, must be able to use basic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection or safety shoes.


• The role may require limited domestic or international travel to support alignment on upcoming projects or initiatives.